Tom and the crocodiles
by Anne Bowman
Age rating: Ages 8–11 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1867
A young boy named Tom encounters and befriends a group of crocodiles in a river setting.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentThe story contains no sexual content.
Mild peril from crocodiles is present but not graphic.
No profanity is used in the narrative.
No blasphemous language or themes are present.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
No elements of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
The book is not scary or frightening.
No occult or magical elements are featured.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The narrative focuses on animal interaction and adventure.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceTom shows courage in interacting with the crocodiles.
Christian faith is not a theme in this book.
Tom develops a unique bond and affection for the crocodiles.
Themes of grace and repentance are absent.
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