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Children · Ages 10–14

Fern Verdant and the Silver Rose

by Diana Leszczynski

Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2008

Fern Verdant, a young witch, must find a magical silver rose to save her enchanted forest home from a creeping blight.

Concern Level

58/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

12/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

Mild peril occurs when Fern faces magical threats to her forest.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is included in the text.

Substance Use0

No instances of substance abuse are depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing20

The creeping blight and some magical creatures create mild scary moments.

Occult & Witchcraft80

The story centers on witchcraft and magical elements throughout.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story's worldview is rooted in nature magic, not a specific religion.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Fern shows courage in facing the blight to save her home.

Faith & Hope0

The story does not feature Christian faith elements.

Love & Friendship30

Fern's love for her forest and friends is evident.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.

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