The monster in the backpack
by Lisa Moser
Age rating: Ages 8–9 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2006
A child discovers a friendly monster living in their backpack, leading to humorous adventures.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this book.
No violence is depicted in the story.
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 monster might be slightly startling initially.
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 child shows bravery in befriending the monster.
Christian faith elements are absent from the story.
The friendship between the child and monster is central.
Themes of grace or repentance are not explored.
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