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Stories of Robin Hood Told to the Children

Henrietta Elizabeth Marshall · 2005

Explore the age guidance, content cautions, positive qualities, and supporting notes for Stories of Robin Hood Told to the Children by Henrietta Elizabeth Marshall. This book is content notes include Violence, Death of a character, Frightening scenes; positive qualities include Courage & resilience, Kindness & empathy.

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Strongest cautions

  • Violence3/5
  • Death of a character2/5
  • Frightening scenes2/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience4/5
  • Kindness & empathy4/5
  • Positive messages4/5

What’s in it?

Death of a character2/5
Why this rating?

Death is mentioned in the context of medieval justice and conflict, but it is not the focus of the narrative.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Uses some archaic or period-appropriate insults, but no offensive language by modern standards.

Religious themes1/5
Why this rating?

Includes minor references to medieval Christian culture, such as Friar Tuck's role.

Romance2/5
Why this rating?

Contains brief, chivalrous references to Maid Marian, but no overt romantic content.

Frightening scenes2/5
Why this rating?

Children encounter tense pursuits, capture, forest dangers, outlaw threats and battles, but the storytelling is softened, adventurous and not designed to frighten.

Alcohol or drugs1/5
Why this rating?

Casual references to drinking ale in medieval settings, typical of the folk tale genre.

Violence3/5
Why this rating?

Repeated medieval fights, archery, ambushes, arrests, escapes, and combat occur, usually in adventure-oriented rather than graphic detail.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

The characters frequently display bravery against overwhelming odds.

Creativity & curiosity3/5
Why this rating?

Encourages imagination through classic folk storytelling and adventurous problem-solving.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

The cast reflects the demographics of the traditional English legend, which is not diverse.

Educational value2/5
Why this rating?

Provides historical flavor of the medieval period, though intended for literary enjoyment.

Kindness & empathy4/5
Why this rating?

Helping the vulnerable, sharing wealth, protecting companions, and showing mercy are recurring positive values.

Positive messages4/5
Why this rating?

Strong themes support fairness, generosity, loyalty, helping the poor, resisting corruption, and judging authority by ethical behavior.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist acts as a champion for the oppressed, showing leadership and generosity.

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  2. How did the story handle conflict or violence? Did the characters have other choices?
  3. Which choice in Stories of Robin Hood Told to the Children would you have made differently, and why?
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