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Why CapaCapa exists

Born in the
library aisle

Every parent knows the trip. You head to the library full of optimism that this is the visit where your kid finds something great. Then you're standing in the aisle, in a sea of books, and after what feels like forever your daughter grabs one and holds it up.

You've never heard of the author. The cover is compelling, she's excited, and you're just thankful she has something in hand.

You check out and head home, where it occurs to you that maybe you should check out the book too. So you look it up, and you cringe at how much sex and violence is packed between those covers. Then comes the dread: she's already three chapters in. What do you do now?

That, in short, is where CapaCapa came to be. A simple tool that quickly shows you what's in a book, so you can decide if your child is ready for it. Scan the barcode and get a plain-language report card: age guidance, violence, language, scary themes, romance. No spoilers, no judgment, and no surprises at home.

A parent capybara reading a book together with their kid

Where the ratings come from

Ratings are AI-generated from publisher descriptions and community tags. They're a starting point, not the last word. You know your kid best; we just help you get a quick peek inside before they read.

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