Scareboy
Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1957
A young boy named Scareboy faces his fears and the challenges of his unusual circumstances.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentThis story contains no sexual content.
Mild peril and some cartoonish conflict exist.
No profanity is present in the text.
Blasphemy is absent from the narrative.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
No depiction of suicide or self-harm occurs.
Scareboy's name and some situations might be mildly unsettling.
Occult or witchcraft elements are not part of the story.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The worldview presented is generally positive and whimsical.
No negative portrayals of Christians or God are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceScareboy demonstrates courage in facing his fears.
No specific Christian faith elements are included.
Friendship and care for others are important themes.
Acts of kindness and support are shown.
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