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Children · Ages 8–12

The Revenge of Murray the Mantis

by Maureen Spurgeon

Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1988

This is a humorous story about a boy named Murray who encounters a giant praying mantis and must find a way to defeat it.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

6/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

There is no sexual content in this book.

Violence / Gore5

Mild peril and cartoonish conflict are present.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the story.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.

Scary / Disturbing10

The giant mantis might be slightly scary for very young readers.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is secular and focused on adventure.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No specific religious or anti-religious portrayals exist.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice15

Murray shows bravery in facing the giant mantis.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship10

Friendship and loyalty are present themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption5

The story emphasizes problem-solving and overcoming challenges.

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