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Children · Ages 10–12

A Christmas carol

by Gaby Goldsack

Age rating: Ages 10–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2003

This is a retelling of Charles Dickens' classic story about Ebenezer Scrooge's transformation through visits from three ghosts.

Concern Level

38/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

31/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore10

Scrooge's past and potential future are depicted somberly.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

No substance use is shown.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing20

The Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come can be unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft50

The story features supernatural visitations by ghosts.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Scrooge's transformation requires a form of courage.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are central.

Love & Friendship50

Scrooge learns to show love and generosity.

Forgiveness & Redemption60

The story emphasizes repentance and a change of heart.

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