Age rating and parents' guide:The Little Elephant's Big Adventure
by Walter Yobu
Ages 4–7
The Little Elephant's Big Adventure by Walter Yobu is best for children aged 4–7. It has mild violence, a few mildly scary moments, no romance and no bad language.
Kadu is a little elephant with big ambitions to journey to a distant forest. Setting off under the moonlight, she encounters barking village dogs and the bustling rush of a big city filled with cars and tall buildings. Overwhelmed by the busy streets, Kadu befriends a kind schoolgirl named Suzi, who helps her cross safely. In return, Kadu offers an unforgettable ride to school before continuing on her grand trek.
Content ratings
How much of each a parent can expect, from none to strong.
- Violence
- Mild
- Scary moments
- Mild
- Romance
- None
- Bad language
- None
Content checked by Dhiraj Bodade, co-founder of Bookstaken, on .
At a glance
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