Once there was an elephant
Age rating: Ages 8–10 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1961
An elephant named Elmer, known for his colorful patchwork, embarks on adventures and learns about self-acceptance.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentThis book is free of any sexual content.
There is no violence depicted in the story.
Profanity is absent from the text.
No blasphemous language is used.
Substance use is not a theme.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The story is not scary or frightening.
Occult themes or witchcraft are not present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The worldview is simple and focuses on kindness.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceElmer shows bravery in being different.
Faith is not a theme in this book.
Acceptance and friendship are key elements.
Elmer learns to accept himself and others.
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