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Children · Ages 8–11

Jenny's magic wand

by Helen Hermann

Age rating: Ages 8–11 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1988

This story features a girl named Jenny who discovers a magic wand and uses it to solve problems, sometimes with unintended consequences.

Concern Level

57/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

8/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the book.

Violence / Gore0

The story does not contain any violence.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is not used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

Substance abuse is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

The book does not include themes of suicide or self-harm.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some magical mishaps might be slightly startling for very young readers.

Occult & Witchcraft70

The central plot revolves around a magic wand and its use.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality50

Magic is presented as a neutral tool, not inherently tied to a worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

God and Christians are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Jenny shows some bravery in using the wand.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith elements are absent from the story.

Love & Friendship20

Jenny's desire to help others is a motivation.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Lessons about consequences and responsibility are implied.

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