The lima bean monster
Age rating: Ages 8 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2001
A young boy encounters a strange, lima bean-shaped monster and learns to overcome his fear.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this book.
The monster is presented as silly, not violent.
No profanity is used in the text.
No blasphemy is present in the book.
No substance use is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is mentioned.
The monster is slightly unusual but not truly frightening.
No occult themes are present in the book.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.
The book does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe boy shows courage in facing his fear.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
No self-giving love is a central theme.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.
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