The Boy Who Was a Bear
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1997
A boy named Tom discovers he can transform into a bear, leading him on an adventure to understand his new identity.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this book.
Some mild peril and animalistic conflict occur.
No profanity is present in this book.
No blasphemy is present in this book.
No substance abuse is depicted in this book.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
The transformation and bear encounters might be slightly unsettling.
No occult themes are present in this book.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.
The story is a fantasy adventure with no specific worldview promotion.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceTom shows courage in navigating his transformations and challenges.
Christian faith is not a theme in this book.
Friendship and self-discovery are minor themes.
Themes of grace and repentance are absent.
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