Marta and the Manger Straw
Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2005
A young girl's faith is tested as she seeks a special straw for the manger at Christmas.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Rich
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Rich
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSexual content is absent from this Christmas story.
Violence is absent from Marta's quest for the straw.
Profanity is absent from this children's book.
Blasphemy is absent from the narrative.
Substance use is not a theme in this book.
Suicide or self-harm is not depicted.
Scary or horror elements are absent from the book.
Occult or witchcraft themes are not present.
LGBTQ+ themes are absent from this story.
A non-Christian worldview is not promoted.
Christians are not specifically portrayed in this story.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceMarta shows courage in her determined search for the straw.
Marta's faith in God and prayer are central to her journey.
Love for Jesus and the Christmas story is evident.
The story implies God's provision and care.
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