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Children · Ages 8–12

The tunnel

by Anthony Browne

Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1989

This wordless picture book follows a boy who enters a mysterious tunnel and experiences a surreal, imaginative journey.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

7/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the story.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance use is featured in the narrative.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing10

The surreal imagery might be slightly disorienting for some.

Occult & Witchcraft0

The tunnel is a portal to imagination, not occult.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview presented is neutral and focuses on imagination.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

The boy shows curiosity in exploring the unknown.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship0

Focus is on individual exploration rather than relationships.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Imagination and creativity are highly valued and explored.

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