There's an alligator under my bed
by Gail E. Gill
Age rating: Ages 8–10 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1984
A child's fear of an alligator under the bed is explored through imagination and comfort.
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 the story.
No violence is depicted in the narrative.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language or themes are included.
No substance abuse is depicted in the story.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The initial premise of an alligator under the bed is slightly scary.
The story does not involve occult or magical elements.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story focuses on childhood fears and imagination.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe child eventually confronts their fear.
Parental comfort and reassurance are present.
Parental love and care are central to the story.
Themes of overcoming fear and imagination are explored.
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