The clown
Age rating: Ages 10–13 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2005
A young boy named Timmy is terrified of clowns after a frightening encounter, and his fear escalates when a clown appears in his town.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this book.
The story contains frightening situations and implied threats.
No profanity is used in the text.
No blasphemy is present in the book.
No substance use is featured in the story.
The story centers on a child's intense fear.
The clown and its actions are designed to be very scary.
The clown has a sinister and possibly supernatural presence.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.
The story presents a neutral worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceNo sacrificial courage is a central theme.
No Christian faith elements are present in the story.
The story focuses on fear, not self-giving love.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.
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