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Children · Ages 8

The gigantic bear

by Louise Goodman

Age rating: Ages 8 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2013

A young girl named Lily encounters a giant bear in her garden, leading to a surprising friendship.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

7/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in this story.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance use is featured in the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing10

The initial appearance of the giant bear might be startling.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are included.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story promotes acceptance and unlikely friendships.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Lily shows bravery in interacting with the bear.

Faith & Hope0

No specific Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

The developing friendship between Lily and the bear is central.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.

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