Ma Lien and the magic brush
Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1968
A young Chinese artist named Ma Lien discovers a magical brush that can bring his paintings to life.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this story.
No violence is depicted in the narrative.
No profanity is used in the text.
No blasphemy is present in the story.
No substance abuse is featured in the book.
No suicide or self-harm themes are explored.
The story is not scary or frightening.
The magical brush has supernatural properties.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.
The story celebrates creativity and resourcefulness.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceMa Lien uses his gift to help others.
Christian faith is not a central theme.
Ma Lien shows kindness through his art.
Themes of generosity and the power of art are present.
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