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Children · Ages 9–13

Follow That Star

by Kenneth Oppel

Age rating: Ages 9–13 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1994

A young boy named Leo discovers a magical star that grants wishes, leading him on an adventure to save his community from a looming darkness.

Concern Level

48/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

17/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

The story contains no sexual content.

Violence / Gore20

Mild peril and conflict are present in the adventure.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

The story does not include themes of suicide or self-harm.

Scary / Disturbing30

The looming darkness and magical challenges create some suspense.

Occult & Witchcraft60

Magic and wish-granting are central elements of the plot.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this narrative.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The story focuses on magical solutions rather than a specific worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Leo demonstrates courage in facing the darkness.

Faith & Hope5

Christian faith is not a theme in this magical story.

Love & Friendship30

Friendship and loyalty are important aspects of the quest.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of grace or repentance are not prominent.

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