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Children · Ages 8–12

Roof octopus

by Lucy Branam

Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2018

A young girl named Lily discovers a magical octopus that lives in her bathtub and can grant wishes. She learns about responsibility and consequences.

Concern Level

13/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

25/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the narrative.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary or horror elements are present.

Occult & Witchcraft20

The magical octopus is a fantastical element, not occult.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story emphasizes learning from choices and consequences.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Lily shows some courage in navigating her wishes.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship40

Lily's relationships with her family and friends are important.

Forgiveness & Redemption50

Themes of learning from mistakes and making amends are present.

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