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Children · Ages 8–12

The astounding broccoli boy

by Frank Cottrell Boyce

Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2015

A boy named Barnaby Broccoli develops an unusual superpower related to his love for vegetables.

Concern Level

0/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

4/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

The story is innocent and contains no sexual content.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in Barnaby's adventures.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance use is featured in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is lighthearted and not scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

The story's 'powers' are fantastical, not occult.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story celebrates individuality and uniqueness.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice15

Barnaby embraces his unique abilities.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship5

Barnaby's love for vegetables is a focus.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace or repentance are central.

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