
A Wrinkle in Time (Time Quintet, #1)
Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
Meg Murry, her brother Charles Wallace, and their friend Calvin travel through space and time to rescue Meg's father from a cosmic evil.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Rich
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Rich
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentThere is a very brief, innocent hint of attraction between Meg and Calvin.
Characters face peril from a dark shadow and psychological pressure from a disembodied brain.
The language is clean and appropriate for young readers throughout the story.
There is no misuse of God's name or mockery of sacred things.
No alcohol, drugs, or tobacco products are used or mentioned.
Charles Wallace undergoes a frightening mental takeover, but no self-harm is present.
The Black Thing and the rhythmic conformity of Camazotz create a chilling, eerie atmosphere.
The three 'Mrs.' characters are celestial beings who use supernatural abilities to assist the children.
There are no LGBTQ+ characters or themes present in this book.
The story promotes a cosmic battle between good and evil with strong moral absolutes.
The book is deeply rooted in the author's Christian faith and values.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceMeg must overcome her deep fears and insecurities to save her family from darkness.
The narrative includes Scripture citations and portrays the fight against evil as a divine calling.
Self-sacrificial love is the central force that ultimately defeats the power of IT.
Meg learns to accept her father's limitations and forgive his inability to solve everything.
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