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Children · Ages 10–14

Nils Holgerssons underbara resa genom Sverige

by Selma Lagerlöf

Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1907

A young boy named Nils is shrunk to a tiny size and travels across Sweden on the back of a goose.

Concern Level

17/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

12/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the narrative.

Violence / Gore10

There are some mild encounters with predators like foxes.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the story.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing20

Some encounters with animals or difficult situations can be mildly tense.

Occult & Witchcraft0

The story is magical but not based on occult practices.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present in the story.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The narrative incorporates Swedish folklore and natural observation.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Nils learns to be resourceful and brave in his travels.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are present in the story.

Love & Friendship30

Nils develops bonds with the animals he encounters.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.

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