Disney's the Little Mermaid
by Fred Marvin
Age rating: Ages 8–10 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1991
Ariel, a mermaid princess, dreams of living on land and falls in love with Prince Eric. She makes a dangerous deal with a sea witch to achieve her wish.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentMild romantic interest and kissing are present.
Some peril and conflict with Ursula are depicted.
No profanity is present in the story.
No blasphemous content is present in the book.
No substance abuse is depicted in the story.
No suicide or self-harm themes are present.
Ursula the sea witch can be intimidating.
Magic and a sea witch are central to the plot.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The worldview is based on fairy tale logic and desires.
No specific portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceAriel shows courage in pursuing her dreams.
No Christian faith elements are present in the story.
Romantic love between Ariel and Eric is a main theme.
Themes of sacrifice and achieving dreams are present.
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