Age rating and parents' guide:Bambi
by Felix Salten
Ages 8–12
Bambi by Felix Salten is best for children aged 8–12. It has moderate violence, a few mildly scary moments, no romance and no bad language. Worth knowing: Hunters kill animals, including Bambi's mother.
A young deer is born in a forest clearing and grows up learning its seasons, its friendships and its dangers. The greatest danger is the hunter the animals call Him. Invites children to talk about growing up, loss and how the book differs from the film.
Content ratings
How much of each a parent can expect, from none to strong.
- Violence
- Moderate
- Scary moments
- Mild
- Romance
- None
- Bad language
- None
Worth knowing: Hunters kill animals, including Bambi's mother
Content checked by Dhiraj Bodade, co-founder of Bookstaken, on .
At a glance
- Novel
Reading mood
- Thoughtful
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