"Stand back," said the elephant
Age rating: Ages 8 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1971
An elephant, a mouse, and a boy named Thomas embark on an adventure to find a lost toy.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this book.
No violence is depicted in the story.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
Substance use is not a theme in this book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The story is not scary or frightening.
Occult or magical elements are absent from the narrative.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The book does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe characters show perseverance in their search.
Christian faith is not a theme in this book.
The friendship between Thomas, the elephant, and the mouse is strong.
The story does not focus on grace, mercy, or repentance.
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