
Shrek
by Ellen Weiss
Age rating: Ages 10–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2001
This book retells the story of Shrek, the ogre who saves a princess and finds love.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentMildly suggestive humor and kissing occur between Shrek and Fiona.
Some cartoonish violence and peril are present, like fighting dragons.
Profanity is absent from this book.
No blasphemous content is present in the story.
Substance use is not a theme in this book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
Some mild peril exists, like the dragon guarding Fiona.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from this story.
LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this book.
The story features a non-traditional fairy tale structure.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceShrek shows courage in facing challenges for Fiona.
Christian faith elements are absent from this book.
Shrek and Fiona's developing love is a central theme.
Grace, mercy, and repentance are not themes here.
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