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Children · Ages 8–10

James and the bootlace

by Reverend W. Awdry

Age rating: Ages 8–10 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2002

James the engine has a problem with his bootlace, which causes him to be late for his duties.

Concern Level

0/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

3/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore0

Violence is absent from the narrative.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity appears in the text.

Blasphemy0

Blasphemy is not a theme in this book.

Substance Use0

Substance abuse is not depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story does not contain scary elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

No non-Christian worldview is promoted.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

James shows determination to fix his problem.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith elements are absent.

Love & Friendship10

Love is shown through the characters' helpfulness.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Grace and mercy are not central themes.

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