Pond Scum
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2005
A boy named Luke discovers a magical pond that grants wishes, but his wishes have unintended consequences.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the book.
Mild cartoonish violence occurs during some wish mishaps.
No profanity is used in the story.
No blasphemous content is found in the book.
No substance abuse is depicted in the story.
No suicide or self-harm themes are present.
Some slightly unsettling situations arise from the magical pond.
The magical pond and its wish-granting are central to the plot.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story focuses on personal responsibility and consequences.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceLuke shows courage in facing the results of his wishes.
The story does not feature Christian faith elements.
Luke learns about the importance of considering others' feelings.
Luke learns from his mistakes and seeks to make amends.
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