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Children · Ages 8–12

Ugly Fish

by Kara LaReau

Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2006

A young boy finds a strange, ugly fish that leads him on an unexpected adventure.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

9/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore10

Mild peril and challenges are faced by the characters.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is mentioned.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is whimsical and not scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this story.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is lighthearted and focuses on imagination.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

The protagonist shows bravery in facing the unknown.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

Friendship between the boy and the fish is central.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

The story celebrates uniqueness and adventure.

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