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Teens · Ages 13–15

John Patrick Norman McHennessy

by John Burningham

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1987

A young boy named John Patrick Norman McHennessy tells a fantastical and exaggerated story about his day, filled with imaginative adventures and encounters.

Concern Level

0/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

14/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore0

The story contains no violence.

Profanity / Language0

The text is free of profanity.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is used.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story celebrates imagination and childhood wonder.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

John Patrick Norman McHennessy is bold in his storytelling.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship30

The story is filled with playful and imaginative joy.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Themes of creativity and fun are central.

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