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Children · Ages 10–14

Jack Jones and the pirate curse

by Judith Rossell

Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2006

Jack Jones, a young boy, discovers a hidden world of pirates and magic when he inherits a mysterious locket.

Concern Level

25/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

13/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore20

Some mild peril and conflict occur during pirate encounters.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some mild spooky elements exist with the pirate curse.

Occult & Witchcraft30

The story features magical elements and a pirate curse.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is primarily adventure-focused, not overtly secular.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Jack shows bravery facing pirate threats and the curse.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

Friendship and loyalty are shown between Jack and his companions.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Some themes of overcoming challenges are present.

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