The not-so-perfect picnic
by Greg Ehrbar
Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1998
This story centers on a family's attempt to have a perfect picnic, which is disrupted by various mishaps. It highlights the humor and chaos that can arise from unexpected events.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSexual content is absent from this story.
No violence is depicted in the narrative.
Profanity is not present in the text.
Blasphemy is absent from this children's book.
Substance use is not a theme.
Suicide or self-harm is not mentioned.
There are no scary elements in this book.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.
LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this story.
A non-Christian worldview is not promoted.
Christians are not portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters might show resilience in minor ways.
Christian faith is not a focus of this story.
Family affection and togetherness are implied.
Themes of forgiveness are not prominent.
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