Rotten Ralph
by Jack Gantos
Age rating: Ages 8 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1976
Rotten Ralph, a mischievous cat, constantly torments his owner, Sarah, and his sister, Louise, until a change of heart occurs.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this book.
Ralph's mischief involves mild, cartoonish acts of destruction.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous content is present.
No substance use is depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
No scary elements are present.
No occult or magical elements are featured.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story focuses on pet behavior and sibling dynamics.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceNo significant acts of courage are depicted.
No Christian faith elements are present.
A hint of familial love emerges as Ralph changes.
The story shows the possibility of change and apology.
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