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Teens · Ages 13–15

Real Mermaids Don't Wear Toe Rings

by Hélène Boudreau

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2010

A young girl named Kiki discovers she can transform into a mermaid and navigates life between land and sea.

Concern Level

17/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

13/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore5

Mild peril related to the ocean and sea creatures.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some scenes involving the ocean and its creatures can be slightly suspenseful.

Occult & Witchcraft20

The story features mermaids and their magical abilities.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the narrative.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The story is centered on fantasy and adventure elements.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians or God are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Kiki shows courage in adapting to her new abilities.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a focus of the narrative.

Love & Friendship20

Friendship and family relationships are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption15

Themes of self-discovery and embracing differences are present.

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