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Teens · Ages 13–15

The bushbabies

by William Stevenson

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1965

A young girl in Africa befriends a bushbaby and must protect it from danger.

Concern Level

32/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

33/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore40

There are instances of hunting and threats to the bushbaby.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in this book.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in this book.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is present.

Scary / Disturbing20

Some tense moments and peril exist for the characters.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The story reflects a naturalistic view of the African environment.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

The protagonist shows bravery in protecting the bushbaby.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship80

The girl's love for the bushbaby is a central theme.

Forgiveness & Redemption30

The story focuses on survival and natural consequences.

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