The owl who was afraid of the dark
Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1968
Barnaby the owl is afraid of the dark, which is problematic for an owl. He meets various animals who help him overcome his fear.
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.
No violence is depicted in the story.
No profanity is present in the story.
No blasphemous content is included.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.
The story is not scary.
No occult themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story presents a neutral worldview.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceBarnaby shows courage in facing his fear.
The story does not focus on religious faith.
Friendship and support are shown between the animals.
The story encourages overcoming personal challenges.
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