Chi Po and the sorcerer
by Oscar Mandel
Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1964
A young boy named Chi Po encounters a sorcerer and must find a way to overcome his magic.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
The sorcerer's magic creates dangerous situations for Chi Po.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is included.
No substance use is depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The sorcerer's powers can be perceived as mildly frightening.
The story heavily features magic and a sorcerer's abilities.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story presents magic as a real force, potentially conflicting with a Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceChi Po shows bravery in confronting the sorcerer.
Christian faith is not a central theme in this book.
Chi Po's determination to succeed is evident.
Themes of grace and mercy are not prominent.
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