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Teens · Ages 13–15

The Black Dragon

by Julian Sedgwick

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2013

A young boy named Tam is drawn into a magical world where he must confront a powerful dragon and his own destiny.

Concern Level

42/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

11/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore20

Tam faces some peril and battles against shadowy creatures.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm occur.

Scary / Disturbing30

Some scenes with dark creatures and a menacing dragon are scary.

Occult & Witchcraft50

Magic and mythical creatures are central to the plot.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on fantasy elements, not a specific worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Tam shows courage facing his fears and the dragon.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

Tam shows loyalty to his friends and family.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.

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