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OUR GREAT BIG BACKYARD

Laura Bush and Jenna Bush Hager

A national parks trip gives Jane a new appreciation. (Ages 4 to 8)

Ages 4+Source checked

Why this age? The story is suited to preschool and early-elementary listeners, with simple narrative structure and positive themes. Some park history and geography may be more meaningful with an adult's help. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age4+

Strongest cautions

  • Products & advertising1/5

Strongest positives

  • Educational value4/5
  • Good role models4/5
  • Positive messages4/5

What’s in it?

Products & advertising1/5
Why this rating?

No commercial branding or product promotion.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience2/5
Why this rating?

Encourages trying new activities and stepping out of comfort zones.

Creativity & curiosity3/5
Why this rating?

Encourages imagination and discovery in the natural world.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

A standard depiction of a family unit; not notably diverse.

Educational value4/5
Why this rating?

Teaches children about various U.S. National Parks and nature.

Kindness & empathy3/5
Why this rating?

Emphasis on appreciating the environment and family cooperation.

Positive messages4/5
Why this rating?

Strong positive messages about the benefits of nature and family time.

Good role models4/5
Why this rating?

Characters model curiosity and family bonding.

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