Uncle Elephant
by Arnold Lobel
Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1981
A young elephant named Elphinstone is sad after his mother leaves, but finds comfort and a new family with Uncle Elephant.
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 or themes are included.
No substance abuse is part of the narrative.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
The story is gentle and not scary for young readers.
No occult or magical elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The story does not promote any non-Christian worldviews.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceElphinstone shows courage in facing his sadness.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Uncle Elephant's love for Elphinstone is central.
Comfort and support are shown after loss.
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