Dickens & Rumi

book

The fourth day of fear

Berrie Davis · 1973

Explore the age guidance, content cautions, positive qualities, and supporting notes for The fourth day of fear by Berrie Davis. This book is content notes include Frightening scenes, Violence, Strong language; positive qualities include Courage & resilience, Creativity & curiosity.

Source checked

Quick view

At a glance

Recommended ageNot listed

Strongest cautions

  • Frightening scenes2/5
  • Violence2/5
  • Strong language1/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience4/5
  • Creativity & curiosity3/5
  • Good role models3/5

What’s in it?

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Little or no problematic language is reported; any language concerns appear minimal.

Frightening scenes2/5
Why this rating?

Suspense and fear appear present but are likely moderate and suitable for a youth adventure story.

Violence2/5
Why this rating?

Likely mild adventure peril and conflict without strong intensity; details are limited.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

Facing fear appears to be a central theme, with courage shown through persistence and action.

Creativity & curiosity3/5
Why this rating?

The adventure reportedly encourages imaginative thinking and inventive problem-solving.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

There is too little reliable information to establish broad representation; the available assessment suggests limited diversity.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Any learning value appears incidental, mainly involving reasoning and problem-solving.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

Cooperation and mutual support are reportedly present, but kindness is not the main focus.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

The story appears to encourage bravery, problem-solving, and integrity under pressure.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

The protagonists reportedly show resilience and initiative, though character details are limited.

Family discussion

Talk about it

Conversation starters based on this title’s published content notes.

  1. What did courage look like in this story? Was being brave always the same as being fearless?
  2. Which moment felt most tense or frightening? What helped the characters handle fear?
  3. Which choice in The fourth day of fear would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in The fourth day of fear, and what caused that change?
Discuss this title with other parents

Community reactions

What families noticed

Add your perspective

Sign in from the homepage to rate this title.

Where to get it

Find in a libraryBuy on Bookshop.orgBuy on Amazon

As an Amazon Associate and Bookshop.org affiliate, Dickens & Rumi may earn a small commission from qualifying purchases, at no extra cost to you.

These content notes are a starting point, not a guarantee. Review the evidence and use your own judgment before choosing a title.

Report an incorrect rating