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The boy who switched off the sun cover
Children · Ages 9–13

The boy who switched off the sun

by Paul Brown

Age rating: Ages 9–13 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2015

A young boy named Leo must find a way to bring back the sun after it mysteriously disappears.

Concern Level

15/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

29/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this adventure.

Violence / Gore10

Mild peril or challenges may be faced by Leo.

Profanity / Language0

The characters do not use profanity.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is found in the text.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing20

The absence of the sun creates a slightly unsettling atmosphere.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the story.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Leo shows significant courage in his quest to restore the sun.

Faith & Hope10

Christian faith is not a prominent element in the narrative.

Love & Friendship40

Leo's actions demonstrate a love for his community.

Forgiveness & Redemption30

The story implies themes of hope and perseverance.

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