Jason Bodger and the Priory Ghost
by Gene Kemp
Age rating: Ages 9–13 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1985
A young boy named Jason moves to a new town and encounters a mischievous ghost at his boarding school.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Mild peril and spooky situations occur, but no graphic violence.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous content is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
The presence of a ghost and spooky occurrences create mild scares.
The story features a ghost, which touches on supernatural elements.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story presents a neutral, supernatural-themed worldview.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceJason shows bravery in facing the ghost.
No Christian faith elements are present in the narrative.
Friendship develops between Jason and other students.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.
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