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Children · Ages 10–14

Tanglewood Tales

by Nathaniel Hawthorne

Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1853

Classic myths and legends are retold, featuring heroes and gods in ancient Greece.

Concern Level

60/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

11/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the stories.

Violence / Gore30

Some myths contain descriptions of battles and peril.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy20

References to pagan gods and their actions occur.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are featured.

Scary / Disturbing20

Some mythical creatures and situations can be frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft50

The stories are based on ancient Greek mythology and its deities.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the narrative.

Worldview & Spirituality70

The stories promote a polytheistic worldview from ancient Greece.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Heroes in the myths often display courage.

Faith & Hope0

The stories are based on pagan mythology, not Christian faith.

Love & Friendship20

Themes of heroism and loyalty are present.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

The narrative does not focus on themes of grace or repentance.

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