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Children · Ages 8–12

A ghost tale for Christmas time

by Mary Pope Osborne

Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2010

A young boy named Robbie is visited by three ghosts who show him his past, present, and future.

Concern Level

28/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

47/ 100

Rich

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this story.

Violence / Gore10

The ghosts show Robbie visions of potential death and hardship.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the book.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing40

The ghosts and visions can be mildly frightening for younger readers.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or magical elements are absent from the narrative.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story promotes a Christian worldview of redemption.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively in this tale.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Robbie shows courage in facing his fears and changing his ways.

Faith & Hope50

The story reflects Christian themes of repentance and salvation.

Love & Friendship20

Robbie learns to care more about others than himself.

Forgiveness & Redemption70

The story emphasizes forgiveness and the opportunity for a new start.

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