Age rating and parents' guide:A Day at the Carnival
by Syamphai Faengphachanh
Ages 3–6
A Day at the Carnival by Syamphai Faengphachanh is best for children aged 3–6. It has no violence, a few mildly scary moments, no romance and no bad language.
It is carnival day, and three mouse brothers—Little Mouse, Littler Mouse, and Tiny Mouse—set off to ride every attraction. From bumping toy cars and a merry-go-round to a roller coaster and a Ferris wheel, the fun never stops. Invites children to notice numbers and think through everyday puzzles.
Content ratings
How much of each a parent can expect, from none to strong.
- Violence
- None
- 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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