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Children · Ages 8–12

The leaky whale

by Johnson, Laura

Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1946

A young girl named Sarah discovers a hidden world and a mysterious whale that needs her help.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

12/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

Mild peril occurs when Sarah faces challenges to save the whale.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some moments of mild suspense exist around the whale's plight.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the narrative.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Sarah shows courage in facing her fears for the whale.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship40

Sarah's deep care for the whale demonstrates selfless love.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

The story does not focus on themes of grace or repentance.

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