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Children · Ages 8–10

Hour of the Olympics

by Mary Pope Osborne

Age rating: Ages 8–10 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1986

Jack and Annie travel back in time to ancient Greece to witness the first Olympic Games and learn about Greek mythology.

Concern Level

25/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

5/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore10

Mild descriptions of competition and ancient practices exist.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is absent from the text.

Blasphemy0

Blasphemy is not a theme in this book.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not depicted in the narrative.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some mythological figures might be slightly intimidating.

Occult & Witchcraft30

The story involves Greek gods and ancient religious practices.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality20

Presents Greek mythology as historical fact without critique.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not specifically portrayed in this book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Jack and Annie show bravery in their time travels.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this story.

Love & Friendship10

Sibling bonds and teamwork are important.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Grace and mercy are not central themes here.

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