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Children · Ages 10–12

Sparrow Road

by Sheila O'Connor

Age rating: Ages 10–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2012

A young girl discovers a hidden world and a magical connection to nature.

Concern Level

33/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

15/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore20

Some challenges and mild dangers are encountered.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing20

The magical elements create a sense of wonder, not fear.

Occult & Witchcraft40

Magical elements and a hidden world are central to the plot.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on nature and magic, not worldviews.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

The protagonist shows bravery in exploring the unknown.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship50

Connections to nature and a sense of belonging are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and mercy are not central to the plot.

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