The Big Tan Van (We Both Read)
by Sindy McKay
Age rating: Ages 8–10 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2001
A young child named Alex learns about colors and shapes while riding in a big tan van with a friend.
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 narrative.
No violence is depicted in the story.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous content is included.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.
The story is not scary.
No occult or magical elements are featured.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story is neutral and educational.
No Christians are portrayed, so no negative portrayal.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceNo significant acts of courage are depicted.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
A friendly interaction between characters is shown.
The focus is on basic learning concepts.
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