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Children · Ages 8–12

The swing

by Joe Cepeda

Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2006

This picture book tells the story of a young boy and his experiences with a swing.

Concern Level

0/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

5/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this picture book.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in this story.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm occur.

Scary / Disturbing0

This book does not contain scary elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the narrative.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this story.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is secular, focusing on childhood experiences.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively as they are not present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice5

The boy shows simple courage in trying new things.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are present in this book.

Love & Friendship15

Themes of family connection and childhood joy are present.

Forgiveness & Redemption5

Minor instances of learning and discovery occur.

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