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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Egg & spoon

by Gregory Maguire

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2014

In a land where chickens are the currency, a young girl named Masha trades her last egg for a spoon. This spoon leads her on an adventure with a talking chicken and a mysterious boy.

Concern Level

28/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

7/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore10

Some mild peril and conflict occur during the journey.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes are included.

Substance Use0

No substance use is featured in the narrative.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm occur.

Scary / Disturbing20

The fantastical setting and some encounters can be slightly unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft30

The story incorporates magical elements and folklore.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality30

The story presents a unique, non-traditional worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians or God are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Masha shows bravery in facing the unknown.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are present in the story.

Love & Friendship20

Friendship and loyalty develop between the characters.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace or repentance are explored.

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