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Children · Ages 10–14

Toby the tortoise

by Gerald Malcolm Durrell

Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1991

This non-fiction book follows the author's experiences caring for and observing various animals, including a tortoise named Toby.

Concern Level

0/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

13/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore0

The narrative does not contain violence.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are explored.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are explored.

Scary / Disturbing0

The book is not scary or frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or supernatural elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The book offers a naturalist's perspective on the animal kingdom.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

The author shows dedication in caring for animals.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a focus of this book.

Love & Friendship40

A deep love and care for animals are evident throughout.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Some observations about animal behavior might be considered insightful.

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