The ice bear
by Betty Levin
Age rating: Ages 12–14 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1986
A young girl living in the Arctic forms a deep bond with an injured polar bear.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this book.
Survival in the Arctic involves natural dangers and hardship.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
Substance use is not a theme in this book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The harsh Arctic environment can be intimidating.
Occult or magical elements are absent from the narrative.
LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this book.
The book does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe girl shows courage in caring for the bear.
Christian faith elements are absent from the story.
The girl's selfless love for the injured bear is central.
Themes of grace or repentance are not explored.
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