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The Tale of Peter Rabbit — Content Guide for Parents

By Orfali Potter, Beatrix PotterTroll Communications L.L.C.1998-10-28ISBN 978089375102932 pages
The Tale of Peter Rabbit

Found in this book

  • ViolenceBrief
  • Scary contentSupporting

Not found

  • Religion
  • Race & culture
  • Profanity
  • Climate
  • Sexual content
  • Gender roles
  • Gender & orientation

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Religion

PRESENT

Contains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.

About this book

Mr. McGregor has two things on his mind when he sees Peter in his garden. One is the safety of his lettuces; the other is rabbit pie. Peter was carefully told not to go into Mr. McGregor's garden, but some little bunnies have to learn things the hard way.
Beatrix Potter's classic story has been lovingly placed at the center of this creative effort, and David Jorgensen has given Peter and his family wonderfully droll and expressive character and charm in his illustrations. On the accompanying audiocaasette, Meryl Streep explores all of the drame, humor, and subtlety of the narrative, and none of its potential to entertain and teach has been left untapped. Musician/composer Lyle Mays has coordinated and augmented the work of both illustrator and narrator with a score that unifies and enlivens the whole enterprise. The combined artistry of the contributors results in a new and enriching experience that will be loved by all. "The Tale of Peter Rabbit" was awarded a Grammy nomination for best recording for children in 1988.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is The Tale of Peter Rabbit appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    Mr. McGregor chases Peter with a rake, and the mother says Peter's father was put in a pie after being caught in the garden. Peter is chased through the garden until he is frightened, and a mention of his father being put in a pie may alarm sensitive children.

  • Does The Tale of Peter Rabbit have violence?

    Found (Brief): Mr. McGregor chases Peter with a rake, and the mother says Peter's father was put in a pie after being caught in the garden.

  • Does The Tale of Peter Rabbit have scary content?

    Found (Supporting): Peter is chased through the garden until he is frightened, and a mention of his father being put in a pie may alarm sensitive children.

  • Does The Tale of Peter Rabbit have religion?

    Not found in the sources we checked.

  • Does The Tale of Peter Rabbit have race & culture?

    Not found in the sources we checked.

  • Does The Tale of Peter Rabbit have profanity?

    Not found in the sources we checked.

  • Does The Tale of Peter Rabbit have climate?

    Not found in the sources we checked.

  • Does The Tale of Peter Rabbit have sexual content?

    Not found in the sources we checked.

  • Does The Tale of Peter Rabbit have gender roles?

    Not found in the sources we checked.

  • Does The Tale of Peter Rabbit have gender & orientation?

    Not found in the sources we checked.