Snow Spider
by Jenny Nimmo
Age rating: Ages 11–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1986
Gwyn discovers she has magical powers linked to a snow spider and must protect her family and village.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Some mild peril and conflict occur.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language or themes are included.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is present.
The magical elements can be slightly eerie.
Magic and ancient powers are central to the plot.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story incorporates magical and folkloric elements.
Christians are not portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceGwyn shows courage in facing her destiny.
Faith is not a central theme; magic is.
Family love and protection are strong themes.
Resolution comes through understanding, not grace.
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