A Secret in the Garden
by James Mayhew
Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2003
A young girl discovers a hidden world and a secret message within her grandmother's overgrown garden.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
No violence is depicted in the narrative.
Profanity is absent from the characters' dialogue.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
Substance use is not a theme in this book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
A sense of mystery and slight suspense exists in the garden.
Occult themes are not present in the book.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The story focuses on imagination and discovery.
Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist shows curiosity and a desire to explore.
No specific Christian faith elements are present.
The bond between the girl and her grandmother is evident.
The joy of discovery and imagination is celebrated.
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