Timid Timothy
Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1944
A young boy named Timothy is afraid of everything, but with the help of his family and a wise old owl, he learns to face his fears.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this book.
No violence is depicted in the story.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
Substance use is not a theme in this book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
Timothy's fear of the dark and shadows might be mildly scary for very young readers.
Occult or magical elements are absent from the narrative.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceTimothy shows courage by facing his fears, though it is a gradual process.
Christian faith elements are not explicitly present.
Family love and support are shown throughout Timothy's journey.
Encouragement and gentle guidance are offered to Timothy.
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