Age rating and parents' guide:Penseli za Rangi
by Long Ravy
Ages 4–7
Penseli za Rangi by Long Ravy is best for children aged 4–7. It has no violence, nothing scary, no romance and no bad language.
When Heri receives a brand new box of colored pencils from his mother, the pencils inside are terrified that being sharpened and used will hurt them. Venturing out of their box, they discover a picture book filled with uncolored drawings that long for vibrant shades. A reassuring choice for talking about emotions and growing confidence.
Content ratings
How much of each a parent can expect, from none to strong.
- Violence
- None
- Scary moments
- None
- Romance
- None
- Bad language
- None
Content checked by Dhiraj Bodade, co-founder of Bookstaken, on .
At a glance
- Picture book
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