Can You Catch a Mermaid?
by Jane Ray
Age rating: Ages 8–9 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2002
Lily dreams of catching a mermaid and embarks on a magical journey to find one. She encounters fantastical creatures and learns about the ocean's wonders.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
No violence is depicted in the story.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is used.
No substance use is depicted.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
Some fantastical creatures might be slightly unusual.
The story is about mermaids, not occult practices.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The worldview is whimsical and imaginative.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceLily shows determination in her quest.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Lily's wonder and appreciation for nature show love.
The focus is on fantasy and adventure.
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