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Children · Ages 8–12

Spider Sparrow

by Dick King-Smith

Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2000

This story features a young boy named Sparrow who is adopted by a family of sparrows and learns about their world.

Concern Level

15/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

25/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore20

Mild peril from predators and natural dangers occurs.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present in the text.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some mild suspense related to animal survival.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the narrative.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on the natural world and animal life.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Sparrow shows bravery in adapting to his new life.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a significant element in this story.

Love & Friendship60

The love and acceptance of Sparrow's adoptive family is central.

Forgiveness & Redemption40

Themes of belonging and finding one's place are present.

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