How Our Rating System Works
Transparent, icon-based content ratings that help families make informed decisions about children's books
Our 0-3 Rating Scale
Each content theme is rated on a simple scale from 0 (none) to 3 (high intensity)
None
No content of this type
Low
Mild or brief content
Medium
Moderate content presence
High
Intense or frequent content
Content Categories We Rate
We evaluate 8 key content themes that matter most to families
Violence
Physical conflict, fighting, or harmful actions. Includes fantasy violence, bullying, and graphic descriptions.
Romance
Romantic themes, relationships, or emotional connections. Includes kissing, dating, and love stories.
Mental Health
Themes related to mental health and emotional struggles. Includes depression, anxiety, trauma, and psychological issues.
Fantasy/Supernatural
Magic, supernatural elements, or fantasy themes. Includes witches, wizards, magical creatures, and alternate worlds.
Language
Strong language, profanity, or inappropriate words. Includes mild swearing and offensive language.
Substance Use
References to alcohol, drugs, or substance use. Includes social drinking and drug references.
LGBTQ+ Representation
LGBTQ+ characters, relationships, or themes. Includes same-sex relationships and gender identity exploration.
Fear/Horror
Horror, terror, scary situations, or fear-inducing elements. Includes suspense, thrillers, and anxiety-inducing content.
Religion
Religious themes, practices, or beliefs. Includes prayer, worship, religious ceremonies, and spiritual content.
Race
Racial themes, discrimination, or cultural identity. Includes racism, cultural heritage, and racial identity exploration.
How We Create Our Ratings
Our rigorous process ensures accurate, unbiased content 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 ratings.
2. Expert Review
If a user contests the AI rating, our expert team will manually review the book to ensure accuracy.
3. Quality Assurance
Final review ensures ratings are consistent, objective, and spoiler-free.
Why Our System Works
Three key principles make our 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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