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Children · Ages 10–13

Over the fence

by Sally Murphy

Age rating: Ages 10–13 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2006

A young girl named Sally Murphy moves to a new town and discovers a hidden world behind a fence.

Concern Level

15/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

9/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

Mild peril and chase scenes occur involving the main characters.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes are present.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing20

Some mildly spooky elements exist in the mysterious garden.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Sally shows courage in exploring the unknown.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship20

Friendship and kindness are shown between characters.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

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

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