Mice of the Herring Bone
by Tim Davis
Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1992
A group of mice embarks on a perilous journey to find a new home and escape danger.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentThe story contains no sexual content.
The mice face predators and dangerous situations during their journey.
No profanity is present in the text.
Blasphemous language is absent from the narrative.
Substance use is not a theme in this book.
The book does not depict suicide or self-harm.
The dangers faced by the mice can be mildly frightening for younger readers.
There are no occult or magical elements in this story.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story focuses on animal behavior and survival instincts.
There are no negative portrayals of God or Christians.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe mice demonstrate bravery and resilience in overcoming obstacles.
Faith is not a central theme; survival is the focus.
The mice show strong bonds of loyalty and protect each other.
The story highlights perseverance and the importance of community.
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