Lion by the Lake (Animal Ark Series #24) (Animal Ark in Africa)
by Lucy Daniels
Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1997
A young girl named Emily helps care for animals on a wildlife sanctuary in Africa.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
There are descriptions of animal dangers in the wild.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemy is present in the book.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is featured.
Some animal encounters can be mildly suspenseful.
No occult or witchcraft themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceEmily shows courage in caring for animals.
Christian faith is not a central theme.
Love and care for animals are central.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.
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