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The robber pig and the ginger beer cover
Children · Ages 8–10

The robber pig and the ginger beer

by Margaret Mahy

Age rating: Ages 8–10 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1987

A mischievous pig named Barnaby causes chaos in a small town, leading to humorous situations and a chase.

Concern Level

3/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

5/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore5

Mild, cartoonish peril during the chase scenes.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is mentioned.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary or frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Characters show mild determination in trying to catch the pig.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

Some affection for the pig is shown by certain characters.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.

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