Farīdah, ek machlī
by T. V. Padma
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2014
In this collection of folktales from India, a young girl named Farīdah encounters magical creatures and learns lessons about wisdom and courage.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in these tales.
Some tales involve mild peril or conflict with creatures.
Profanity is absent from the traditional stories.
No blasphemous content is found in the folklore.
Substance use is not a theme in these tales.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
Some creatures might be mildly unsettling for very young readers.
Magical elements and mythical beings are common in the stories.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The worldview is rooted in Indian folklore and mythology.
Christians and God are not negatively portrayed.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters often display bravery when facing challenges.
Faith is represented through traditional beliefs and spirits.
Love is shown through familial bonds and kindness.
Wisdom and cleverness are often rewarded in the tales.
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