Skeleton for dinner
Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2013
A young girl named Penelope is determined to find a skeleton to help her win a Halloween costume contest.
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.
Mild, non-graphic descriptions of skeletons are present.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemy is present in the narrative.
No substance use is featured in the book.
No suicide or self-harm is mentioned.
The concept of a skeleton might be slightly spooky for some.
No occult themes are present in the story.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.
The story focuses on a child's Halloween adventure.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presencePenelope's determination to achieve her goal shows persistence.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Friendship and cooperation are shown among the characters.
No themes of grace or repentance are central.
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