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Charlie's Raven

(2004, Fiction - Animals, Written by Jean George, Illustrated by Jean George)
  • Is it age appropriate?

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 7, age appropriate for kids over 8; suggested age 8.
  • Is it any good?

    4.0
  • Common Sense says

    Charlie believes a raven can cure his grandfather.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 8 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Not an issue.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    Not an issue.
  • Sex:

    Not an issue.
  • Language:

    Not an issue.
  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    A peacepipe is smoked by several families, including children.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Charlie's Raven

Parents need to know that this is a pedagogical story in the best sense -- designed to teach about ecology in general and ravens in particular, and to serve as a model for behavior in families, friendships, and stewardship. The animal behavior aspects of the story are based on good science and research, and the book can lead both to a desire for more information and to good discussions.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about the relationship between Charlie and Blue Sky. Has this book changed the way you view birds?

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  1. Teen Reviewer Age 14
    Lives in California
    I rate this title on for age 9 and give it 5.0

    a great, heart warming tale

    this is a beautiful book that i would recomend to anyone with an interest in nature and animal relationships. i read this as a choice reading in my advanced english class, and i am extremely happy that i did. this book is not for the weak of heart, as the ending is quite upsetting. even so, it was inspiring untill the last word. i highly recomend it.

  2. Kid Reviewer Age 11
    Lives in Washington
    I rate this title on for age 11 and give it 5.0

  3. Kid Reviewer Age 11
    Lives in Washington
    I rate this title on for age 11 and give it 5.0

  4. Kid Reviewer Age 11
    Lives in Washington
    I rate this title on for age 10 and give it 5.0

  5. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Alabama
    I rate this title iffy for age 11 and give it 3.0

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