The beast in Ms. Rooney's room
Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1984
A group of students faces a strange and unsettling situation in their classroom.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Mild suspense and unsettling events occur.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is featured.
The classroom events create a sense of unease and mild fear.
No occult or witchcraft themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story focuses on overcoming fear and solving a mystery.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceStudents show some bravery in facing the unknown.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Friendship and support among students are shown.
Characters learn to confront their fears.
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