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Children · Ages 9–13

Magic in my shoes

by Constance Savery

Age rating: Ages 9–13 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1958

A young girl named Penny discovers she has magical shoes that allow her to experience different adventures and learn about herself.

Concern Level

23/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

8/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this magical story.

Violence / Gore5

Penny faces some mild challenges in her adventures.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is absent from the narrative.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is present.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme here.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are included.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some of Penny's adventures might be slightly startling.

Occult & Witchcraft30

Magic and enchanted objects are central to the plot.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this story.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The magic is presented as whimsical and not tied to religion.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christian characters or themes are not present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice15

Penny shows courage in embracing new experiences.

Faith & Hope0

No specific religious faith is explored.

Love & Friendship10

Penny's interactions with others are generally kind.

Forgiveness & Redemption15

The story emphasizes imagination and the joy of discovery.

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