The Black Cat
Age rating: Ages 8–10 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1990
A young boy named Thomas encounters a mysterious black cat that leads him on an unusual adventure.
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 this children's book.
No violence is depicted in the story of Thomas and the cat.
No profanity is used by the characters or narrator.
Blasphemous language or themes are absent from the text.
Substance use is not a theme in this story.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
The mysterious cat might be slightly eerie for some.
The cat's actions have a touch of the uncanny.
LGBTQ+ themes or characters are not present in this book.
The book does not promote any non-Christian worldviews.
No characters or groups are portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThomas shows curiosity and mild bravery.
Christian faith elements are not present in this story.
A bond forms between Thomas and the cat.
Themes of grace or mercy are not explored.
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