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Teens · Ages 13–15

Wakapoo and the flying arrows

by Terry Shannon

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1963

A young boy named Wakapoo must use his courage and wit to protect his village from invaders.

Concern Level

15/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

19/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore20

Wakapoo faces conflict and physical danger from attacking warriors.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes are present.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing10

The threat of the invaders creates some tension.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or magical elements are absent from the narrative.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this historical story.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on indigenous culture without promoting a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

Wakapoo demonstrates significant bravery defending his people.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this historical narrative.

Love & Friendship40

Wakapoo shows love for his village and its people.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and repentance are not central to the plot.

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