Paper John
by David Small
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1987
A young boy named John finds a mysterious, magical paper that grants him wishes, leading to unexpected consequences.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
No violence is depicted in the narrative.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
The consequences of the wishes might be slightly unsettling.
The magical paper functions as a source of enchantment.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story subtly explores the dangers of unchecked desires.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceJohn shows some initiative in using the paper.
Christian faith is not a theme in this story.
The focus is on John's personal desires, not relationships.
The story implies a lesson about responsibility for one's actions.
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