Merry Christmas, Old Armadillo
Age rating: Ages 8–11 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1995
An old armadillo named Arlo learns the true meaning of Christmas through unexpected encounters and acts of kindness during the holiday season.
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.
No violence is depicted in the narrative.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language or themes appear.
No substance abuse is featured in the book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The story is not scary or frightening.
No occult or witchcraft elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceArlo learns to be more generous.
The story touches on the spirit of Christmas.
Acts of kindness and generosity are central themes.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.
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