How Our Looky Rating System (LRS) Works
Transparent, icon-based content ratings that help families make informed decisions about children's books
The LRS 0-5 Rating Scale
The Looky Rating System (LRS) rates each content theme on a simple scale from 0 (none) to 5 (high intensity)
None
No content of this type
Very Low
Minimal presence
Low
Brief or mild content
Medium
Moderate presence
Moderate
Notable presence
High
Intense or frequent content
Content Categories We Rate
We evaluate 8 key content themes that matter most to families
How We Create LRS Ratings
Our rigorous process ensures accurate, unbiased Looky Rating System (LRS) ratings
1. AI-Assisted Review
Advanced AI analyzes the full text of each book, identifying content themes across all categories including violence, romance, language, and more. The AI evaluates context, frequency, and intensity to assign preliminary LRS ratings.
2. Expert Review
If a user contests the AI LRS rating, our expert team will manually review the book to ensure accuracy.
3. Quality Assurance
Final review ensures LRS ratings are consistent, objective, and spoiler-free.
Why the Looky Rating System (LRS) Works
Three key principles make LRS ratings trusted by families worldwide
No Spoilers
We describe themes and content without revealing plot details, twists, or endings. Your reading experience remains intact.
Neutral & Objective
We present information without judgment or bias. Our ratings help you decide what's right for your family, not what we think you should read.
Visual & Clear
Easy-to-understand icons and color coding make it simple to quickly assess content themes at a glance.
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