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Children · Ages 9–11

Jalani and the lock

by Lorenzo Pace

Age rating: Ages 9–11 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2001

Jalani must find a special lock to save his village from a mysterious threat.

Concern Level

17/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

9/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore10

Mild peril is present as Jalani faces challenges.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the book.

Substance Use0

No substance use is featured in the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing10

The mysterious threat may cause mild unease.

Occult & Witchcraft20

The story incorporates elements of folklore and mystery.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The narrative draws from cultural folklore elements.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Jalani shows bravery in undertaking his quest.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

Jalani's actions are motivated by love for his village.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace or repentance are present.

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