Jack the giant killer
by Hugh Thomson
Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1898
This is a retelling of the classic fairy tale about Jack and his adventures with a giant.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Features a giant and some mild conflict.
No profanity is used in the story.
No blasphemous content is included.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.
The giant might be slightly intimidating for very young readers.
No occult or witchcraft elements are featured.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceJack shows bravery in facing the giant.
Christian faith is not a theme in this book.
No explicit themes of self-giving love are present.
Themes of grace and repentance are absent.
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