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Children · Ages 8–12

Barbie of Swan Lake

by Linda Aber

Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2003

Odette, a baker's daughter, discovers she can transform into a swan and must break a sorcerer's spell.

Concern Level

23/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

17/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this story.

Violence / Gore10

Rothbart is a villain who threatens characters.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the narrative.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted in the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing10

Rothbart's sorcery and transformations can be mildly scary.

Occult & Witchcraft30

Rothbart uses magic and curses, which are central to the plot.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this story.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on fantasy and good versus evil.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Odette shows courage in facing Rothbart's evil.

Faith & Hope0

The story does not feature Christian faith elements.

Love & Friendship30

Odette and Prince Daniel share affection.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Good ultimately triumphs over evil through bravery.

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