Kali And the Rat Snake
by Zai Whitaker
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2000
This book tells the story of Kali, a young girl in India, and her encounter with a rat snake.
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 book.
The presence of a snake and Kali's reaction involve some tension.
No profanity is present in the book.
No blasphemy is present in the book.
No substance use is present in the book.
No suicide or self-harm is present in the book.
The encounter with the snake might be mildly frightening for some readers.
No occult themes are present in the book.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.
The worldview is primarily secular, focusing on nature and cultural context.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present in the book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceKali shows courage and resourcefulness when dealing with the snake.
No Christian faith elements are present in the book.
Respect for nature and family are implied.
Understanding and coexisting with nature are themes.
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