The green book of Hob stories
Age rating: Ages 8–11 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1984
A collection of short stories featuring the mischievous and magical Hob, a creature who lives in the English countryside.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the stories.
No violence is depicted in the stories.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language or themes appear.
No substance abuse is featured in the plot.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
The stories are not scary.
Hob is a magical creature with supernatural abilities.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are included.
The worldview is based on English folklore and magic.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceNo significant themes of sacrificial courage are present.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
No significant themes of self-giving love are present.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.
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