Just a toy
by Gina Mayer
Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2000
A young girl named Sarah receives a new doll that seems to have a life of its own. She experiences strange occurrences and learns about the doll's past.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
There are mild suspenseful moments related to the doll.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language or themes are included.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is present.
Some of the doll's actions can be unsettling.
The doll's unusual nature hints at supernatural elements.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story explores the idea of a doll with a spirit.
Christians are not portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceSarah shows some bravery in investigating the doll.
Faith is not a central theme.
Sarah's connection to the doll develops.
The story involves uncovering truths and understanding the past.
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