Age rating and parents' guide:Sweet Tooth
by Dương Ngọc Tú Quỳnh
Ages 4–7
Sweet Tooth by Dương Ngọc Tú Quỳnh is best for children aged 4–7. It has no violence, a few mildly scary moments, no romance and no bad language.
Aunt Pipi opens a cheerful forest bakery where woodland animals trade wholesome ingredients for sweet treats. When a boastful Tiger demands all the sweets without playing by the rules, Aunt Pipi reminds him of fairness. 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
- Mild
- Romance
- None
- Bad language
- None
Content checked by Dhiraj Bodade, co-founder of Bookstaken, on .
At a glance
- Picture book
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