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Children · Ages 8–10

The animals who woke up for Christmas

by Stella Ormai

Age rating: Ages 8–10 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1987

A group of animals experiences a magical Christmas Eve, discovering the spirit of the holiday.

Concern Level

0/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

34/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this story.

Violence / Gore0

The story is free from any violence.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

Blasphemy is not a theme in this book.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is heartwarming and not scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

God and Christians are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

The animals show kindness to each other.

Faith & Hope30

The spirit of Christmas and giving is central.

Love & Friendship50

Love and kindness are demonstrated among the animals.

Forgiveness & Redemption40

Themes of generosity, kindness, and holiday spirit are present.

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