The Secret of NIMH Storybook
by Seymour Reit
Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1982
A widowed mouse seeks a new home for her family after their farm is destroyed, leading them to a mysterious sanctuary.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this story.
Mrs. Brisby's cat attacks and injures her son, Timothy.
No profanity is used in the text.
No blasphemous language appears in the book.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.
The cat is a frightening antagonist for the mice.
No occult themes or witchcraft are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceMrs. Brisby shows courage in facing danger for her family.
Christian faith elements are absent from the narrative.
Mrs. Brisby's actions demonstrate deep love for her children.
Themes of grace and repentance are not explored.
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