What age is The prodigal cat appropriate for?

Name: The prodigal cat
Rating: 15 (4 reviews)
Author: Janette Oke

The prodigal cat by Janette Oke is best suited for children (ages 8–10). A cat named Rusty, who has strayed from home, experiences life on the streets and eventually finds his way back.

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Children · Ages 8–10

The prodigal cat

by Janette Oke

Age rating: Ages 8–10 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1984

Animal Fiction Adventure Survival Children's Literature Realistic FictionAI scored

A cat named Rusty, who has strayed from home, experiences life on the streets and eventually finds his way back.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

15/ 100

Thin

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

15/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Higher = more present

Sexual Content0

Absent.

Violence / Gore10

Mild peril from street life is depicted.

Profanity / Language0

Absent.

Blasphemy0

Absent.

Substance Use0

Absent.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

Absent.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some tense moments of danger occur.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Absent.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

Absent.

Worldview & Spirituality0

Absent.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Absent.

Virtues to celebrate

Higher = stronger presence

Courage & Sacrifice40

Rusty shows resilience and courage.

Faith & Hope0

Absent.

Love & Friendship50

The cat's desire to return home is strong.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Absent.

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