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Children · Ages 10–14

Five days of the ghost

by Bell, William

Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1989

A young boy named Billy encounters a ghost during a five-day period, leading to a spooky and mysterious adventure.

Concern Level

58/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

9/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

The story contains no sexual content.

Violence / Gore10

Mild peril and suspense are present, but no graphic violence.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is absent from the characters' dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is used in the book.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing70

The ghost and spooky atmosphere create genuine scares for readers.

Occult & Witchcraft60

The central element of the story is a ghost and supernatural events.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The focus is on a supernatural mystery.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Billy shows some bravery in facing the ghost.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith elements are not present in this story.

Love & Friendship10

The story is primarily focused on fear and mystery.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and repentance are absent from the plot.

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