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Children · Ages 8–12

The donkey, fox, and the lion

by Carl Sommer

Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2016

A young donkey, a cunning fox, and a mighty lion navigate a dangerous forest, learning about trust and courage.

Concern Level

15/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

33/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore20

The lion roars and threatens the other animals.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not depicted in the narrative.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing10

The lion's presence creates some mild tension.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult themes are absent from this story.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in the book.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story promotes positive character traits.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

The donkey shows courage when facing the lion.

Faith & Hope10

Faith is not a central theme, but trust is.

Love & Friendship50

The animals learn to rely on each other.

Forgiveness & Redemption40

Forgiveness is implied as the animals cooperate.

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