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Children · Ages 8

The brontosaurus birthday cake

by Robert McCrum

Age rating: Ages 8 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1983

A young boy named Barnaby plans a surprise birthday party for his pet dinosaur, the Brontosaurus.

Concern Level

0/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

19/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore0

There is no violence depicted in the story.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is included.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is lighthearted and not scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

The dinosaur is a fantastical element, not occult.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story celebrates imagination and friendship.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayal of Christians or God is present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Barnaby shows determination in planning the party.

Faith & Hope0

Faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship60

Barnaby's love for his dinosaur is central.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

The joy of celebration and friendship is explored.

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