The Boy Who Cried Wolf
by Tony Ross
Age rating: Ages 8 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1985
A shepherd boy repeatedly lies about seeing a wolf, leading to disbelief when a real wolf finally appears.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
The threat of a wolf attacking sheep is present.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
No substance use is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm themes are present.
The idea of a wolf can be mildly frightening for young children.
No occult or witchcraft elements are included.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the narrative.
The story teaches a moral lesson about honesty.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe boy's initial actions are not courageous.
The story does not feature Christian faith elements.
No themes of love are central to the story.
The story emphasizes the importance of truthfulness and consequences.
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