Snow Merchant
by Sam Gayton
Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2012
A young boy named Arthur is sent to live with his aunt and uncle and discovers a mysterious snow merchant.
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 story.
Mild peril and some unsettling situations occur.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language or themes are included.
No substance use is featured in the book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm occur.
Some atmospheric descriptions create a slightly eerie mood.
The snow merchant's abilities border on magical.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
No non-Christian worldview is promoted.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceArthur shows some bravery in exploring the unknown.
Christian faith is not a theme in this book.
Arthur develops a bond with his aunt and uncle.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.
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