Sukey and the Mermaid
Age rating: Ages 8–10 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1992
A young girl living in poverty on a Caribbean island makes a deal with a mermaid to escape her harsh life.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Mild peril occurs when Sukey faces hardship.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is mentioned.
The mermaid's appearance might be slightly unsettling for some.
The story features a mermaid, a mythical creature.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
No Christians or God are portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceSukey shows resourcefulness in her difficult situation.
Christian faith is not a focus of the narrative.
The story explores themes of escape and desire.
The narrative touches on hardship and hope.
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