Old Bear's surprise painting
by Jane Hissey
Age rating: Ages 8–10 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2001
A group of stuffed animals, led by Old Bear, discover a surprise painting left by their friend.
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 this book.
No violence is depicted in Old Bear's world.
Profanity is absent from the characters' vocabulary.
No blasphemous language appears in the story.
Substance use is not a theme in this book.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
The story is not scary for young readers.
Occult or magical elements are not featured.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.
The book presents a simple, innocent worldview.
No negative portrayals of Christians are included.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe animals show courage in exploring the surprise.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
The friends show affection and care for each other.
Themes of grace and repentance are not explored.
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