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Children · Ages 8–11

The gorilla did it

by Barbara Shook Hazen

Age rating: Ages 8–11 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1974

When a valuable artifact goes missing, a group of children investigates, suspecting a gorilla might be the culprit.

Concern Level

12/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

4/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

Mild peril occurs during the investigation.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing15

The idea of a gorilla might be slightly intimidating.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the narrative.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice15

The children show bravery in pursuing the mystery.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith elements are not present in the story.

Love & Friendship10

Teamwork and friendship are demonstrated by the children.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace or repentance are not explored.

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