Beauty and the serpent
Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2001
A young woman named Beauty is sent to live with a fearsome serpent in a magical castle, where she discovers his true nature.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSome romantic tension and a kiss occur between Beauty and the serpent.
The serpent's appearance and initial behavior are intimidating.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.
The serpent's initial form can be frightening.
The story is a fairy tale, not focused on occult practices.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The narrative is a classic fairy tale with magical elements.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceBeauty shows courage in facing her fears and the serpent.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Beauty's love for the serpent grows as she sees his true heart.
Beauty's kindness helps transform the serpent's nature.
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