Asana and the magic calabash
Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1998
Asana, a young girl in Ghana, discovers a magical calabash that grants wishes, leading her on an adventure to save her village.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Mild peril occurs when Asana faces challenges to save her village.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous content is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
Some mild suspense exists during Asana's quest.
The calabash possesses magical properties, central to the plot.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the narrative.
The story focuses on Ghanaian folklore and village life.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceAsana shows courage facing challenges for her village.
The story does not feature Christian faith elements.
Asana demonstrates love for her community.
The narrative does not focus on grace or repentance.
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