The Best Place on Earth
by Becky Bloom
Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1999
A young girl named Lily moves to a new town and discovers a hidden magical garden.
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.
No violence is depicted in the narrative.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
No substance abuse is a theme in this book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are portrayed.
Some mild spooky elements might be present in the magical garden.
The story features a magical garden with fantastical elements.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The story promotes a positive and imaginative worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceLily shows courage in exploring the unknown garden.
No explicit Christian faith elements are central to the plot.
Friendship and kindness are shown between Lily and new acquaintances.
Themes of wonder and discovery are present.
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