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Children · Ages 10–13

The War Monkey

by Claire Funge

Age rating: Ages 10–13 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2001

A young girl named Maya discovers a magical monkey that leads her on an adventure through a jungle.

Concern Level

52/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

12/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore30

Some mild peril and encounters with wild animals occur.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes are present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are included.

Scary / Disturbing40

The jungle setting and some creatures might be mildly frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft60

The story features a magical monkey and enchanted elements.

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 & Sacrifice40

Maya shows bravery as she navigates the jungle and its challenges.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are central to the plot.

Love & Friendship30

Maya's connection with the magical monkey is a key element.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and mercy are not explicitly explored.

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