Telling the sea
by Pauline Fisk
Age rating: Ages 12–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1992
A young girl named Elara discovers a magical connection to the sea and its creatures.
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 from the sea and storms occurs.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous content is included in the book.
Substance use is not a theme in this book.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
Some atmospheric and slightly unsettling moments exist.
The sea's magic and connection have mystical elements.
LGBTQ+ themes are not present in the narrative.
The story has a strong connection to nature's power.
Christians are not portrayed negatively in the story.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceElara shows bravery in facing the sea's challenges.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Love for the sea and its creatures is central.
Characters learn to respect nature's forces.
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