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Children · Ages 9–11

Handy Mandy in Oz

by Ruth Plumly Thompson

Age rating: Ages 9–11 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1937

Mandy travels to the magical Land of Oz and helps solve problems with her cleverness and inventions.

Concern Level

20/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

4/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this Oz adventure.

Violence / Gore5

Mild peril and challenges occur in Oz.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is absent from the story.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is used.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some magical creatures or situations might be mildly spooky.

Occult & Witchcraft25

Magic and enchanted elements are integral to Oz.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The worldview is based on fantasy and whimsical logic.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively as they are absent.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice15

Mandy shows bravery and resourcefulness.

Faith & Hope0

No specific Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship10

Friendship and helpfulness are shown.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No specific themes of grace or repentance are present.

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