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Children · Ages 8–10

A good night for ghosts

by Mary Pope Osborne

Age rating: Ages 8–10 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2009

Jack and Annie travel back in time to the Wild West to help a ghost find peace.

Concern Level

25/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

27/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

This children's book contains no sexual content.

Violence / Gore10

Mild peril and tense situations are present in the Wild West setting.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in this children's book.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in this adventure story.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted in this story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing20

The presence of a ghost may be mildly spooky for some readers.

Occult & Witchcraft30

The story involves a ghost and a quest for peace, bordering on supernatural.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The narrative presents a secular adventure focused on history and problem-solving.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayal of God or Christians is present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Jack and Annie show courage in facing the ghost and the past.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present in this story.

Love & Friendship50

Jack and Annie's sibling bond and desire to help are central.

Forgiveness & Redemption30

The story emphasizes empathy and helping others find peace.

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