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Children · Ages 9–13

My name is Lion

by Margaret Embry

Age rating: Ages 9–13 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1970

A young boy named Lion is lost and tries to find his way home, encountering various animals.

Concern Level

22/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

11/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in My Name Is Lion.

Violence / Gore10

Lion faces some challenging and potentially frightening encounters.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the text of this book.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is found in this adventure story.

Substance Use0

No themes of substance use are present in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

This book does not address suicide or self-harm.

Scary / Disturbing30

The feeling of being lost and encountering wild animals can be tense.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are present in this book.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

This book does not feature LGBTQ+ characters or themes.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on a boy's journey, not a worldview promotion.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Lion shows bravery and resourcefulness in his quest to get home.

Faith & Hope0

This book is an adventure story, not focused on Christian faith.

Love & Friendship20

Lion's desire to return to his family shows a form of love.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

The story focuses on survival and finding one's way, not grace.

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