Percy and the haunted mine
by W Awdry
Age rating: Ages 8–10 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2013
Percy the Small Engine encounters a spooky old mine and learns about bravery and teamwork with his friends on the Island of Sodor.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this children's story.
The haunted mine setting might be mildly scary for young children.
No profanity is present in the text.
No blasphemy is present in the story.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
The 'haunted' mine could be frightening for very young readers.
No occult themes are present in this story.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story focuses on trains and simple adventures.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presencePercy shows courage in exploring the spooky mine.
Faith is not a theme in this story.
Friendship and helping each other are shown.
Themes of overcoming fear and working together are present.
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