Hole by the Apple Tree
Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1990
A young girl named Sarah discovers a hidden world and a magical apple tree that grants wishes.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
No violence is depicted in the narrative.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language or themes are included.
Substance use is not a theme in this book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The discovery of the hole might be slightly unsettling for very young readers.
No occult or witchcraft elements are featured.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story promotes wonder and imagination, not a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceSarah shows courage in exploring the unknown hole.
Faith is not a central theme, but wonder is encouraged.
Friendship and familial love are present themes.
The story encourages kindness and sharing with others.
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