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Children · Ages 8–12

When the Giants Came to Town

by Marcia Leonard

Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1994

When enormous giants unexpectedly arrive in a small town, the residents must find a way to coexist with their colossal new neighbors.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

9/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

The story contains no sexual content.

Violence / Gore10

Giants accidentally cause minor property damage, but no harm occurs.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is present.

Substance Use0

Substance abuse is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing10

The giants' size might be slightly intimidating initially.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story presents a neutral worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Townspeople show courage in adapting to the giants.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

The story emphasizes community and understanding between groups.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

The focus is on adaptation and problem-solving.

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