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Children · Ages 8–11

Pesky sharks!

by Sally Grindley

Age rating: Ages 8–11 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2011

A young boy named Leo visits his aunt and uncle at the seaside and encounters some surprising sea creatures.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

7/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

Mild peril involving sea creatures is depicted.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes are present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some mild suspense related to the sea creatures exists.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No Christians or God are portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Leo shows curiosity and a bit of bravery.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

Familial affection and curiosity are shown.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.

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