The Boggart Fights Back
by Susan Cooper
Age rating: Ages 9–13 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2018
A mischievous boggart named Donald is brought from Scotland to England and causes chaos until he learns to control his magic.
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 as the boggart causes trouble.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is included.
No substance use is depicted.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
The story is not scary or frightening.
The boggart is a magical creature from folklore.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story explores themes of belonging and adaptation.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters show courage in dealing with the boggart.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Family love and acceptance are important themes.
The boggart learns to control himself, showing growth.
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