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Children · Ages 9–13

Shola Y Los Jabalies

by Bernardo Atxaga

Age rating: Ages 9–13 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1997

A young boy named Shola lives in the Basque Country and encounters a group of wild boars, leading to an adventure and a unique friendship.

Concern Level

17/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

27/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the book.

Violence / Gore20

There are moments of mild peril involving the boars.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm themes are present.

Scary / Disturbing10

The wild boars can be slightly intimidating.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The story offers a glimpse into Basque culture.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Shola shows bravery in his interactions with the boars.

Faith & Hope0

Faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship60

A strong bond develops between Shola and the boars.

Forgiveness & Redemption40

Themes of understanding nature and forming unlikely friendships are present.

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