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Stories of Robin Hood Told to the Children

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Henrietta Elizabeth Marshall · 2005

Is Stories of Robin Hood Told to the Children appropriate for your child? See the reviewed age guidance, content cautions, positive themes, and supporting evidence below.

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.

Book 25 · Told to the ChildrenSource checked

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Age guidanceNot listed
Strongest cautionsViolence 3/5 · Death of a character 2/5 · Frightening scenes 2/5
Strongest positivesCourage & resilience 4/5 · Kindness & empathy 4/5
Series positionBook 25 · Told to the Children
Recommendation3.8/5

Courage & resilience; strongest caution: violence.

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Courage & resilience; strongest caution: violence.

Readiness snapshotMain watch-out: Violence 3/5
Recommendation 3.8/5

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Recommended ageNot listed

Strongest cautions

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

Strongest positives

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

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Series progression

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Next volumeBook 31 · Stories of Roland Told to the ChildrenStrongest cautions: Death of a character 4/5 · Violence 4/5Open next review →
  1. Book 14 · Stories of Beowulf Told to the ChildrenAges 10+
    Death of a character4/5Violence4/5Frightening scenes3/5Graphic injury2/5Religious themes2/5Alcohol or drugs1/5Romance1/5
    Starting point
  2. Book 25 · Stories of Robin Hood Told to the Children
    Violence3/5Death of a character2/5Frightening scenes2/5Romance2/5Alcohol or drugs1/5Religious themes1/5Strong language1/5
    Gets gentler
  3. Book 31 · Stories of Roland Told to the Children
    Death of a character4/5Violence4/5Frightening scenes3/5Religious themes3/5Graphic injury1/5Romance1/5Strong language1/5
    Gets more intense

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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.

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Graphic injury · 0/5

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?
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