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Children · Ages 10–13

Box of shocks

by Chris McMahen

Age rating: Ages 10–13 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2011

A young boy named Alex discovers a mysterious box that brings him a series of electrifying and shocking experiences.

Concern Level

43/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

7/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore20

Some mild peril and startling events occur.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing30

The 'shocks' and mysterious box can be startling.

Occult & Witchcraft50

The box has a mysterious, almost magical, power.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality30

The story involves unexplained phenomena and magical elements.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Alex shows some bravery in exploring the box's effects.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship10

Alex's curiosity drives his actions.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace or mercy are not explored.

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