Suddenly, alligator!
by Rick Walton
Age rating: Ages 8–10 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2001
A young boy named Billy encounters a talking alligator and goes on an adventure that teaches him about bravery and overcoming fears.
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 the story.
Mild peril and chase scenes occur.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.
Mildly frightening situations arise for Billy.
No occult or witchcraft themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceBilly learns to be brave and face his fears.
Christian faith elements are absent from the narrative.
Friendship develops between Billy and the alligator.
Billy overcomes his fear through his actions.
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