King Bidgood's in the bathtub
by Audrey Wood
Age rating: Ages 10–13 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1985
Two children, Leo and his sister, encounter a mysterious carved lion that seems to come alive.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
No violence is present in the story.
No profanity is present in the story.
No blasphemy is present in the story.
No suicide or self-harm is present in the story.
No suicide or self-harm is present in the story.
The mysterious lion and atmosphere create a sense of unease.
The carved lion has an almost magical or supernatural quality.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present in the story.
The story explores themes of imagination and childhood wonder.
Adults are largely absent or peripheral to the children's experience.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceLeo and his sister show bravery in investigating the lion.
No Christian faith elements are present in the story.
The siblings share a close bond and support each other.
The narrative focuses on mystery and imagination, not redemption.
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