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Children · Ages 8–11

That new animal

by Emily Jenkins

Age rating: Ages 8–11 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2005

A young boy named Leo tries to understand a strange new animal that has appeared in his neighborhood.

Concern Level

0/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

6/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

This book contains no sexual content.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the story.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is secular, focusing on observation and curiosity.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Leo shows curiosity and a desire to understand.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship10

Leo experiences some familial affection.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

The story encourages observation and wonder.

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