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Children · Ages 10–12

The Box and the Bone

by Zilpha Keatley Snyder

Age rating: Ages 10–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1995

Two children, Charlotte and her younger brother, discover a mysterious box and a bone that lead them on an adventure.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

7/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore0

Mild peril exists, but no significant violence is depicted.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is absent from the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is used.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm occur.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some mild suspense might be present for younger readers.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult themes or witchcraft are not present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this story.

Worldview & Spirituality0

No non-Christian worldview is promoted.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

God and Christians are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Charlotte shows bravery facing unknown situations.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith elements are absent from this story.

Love & Friendship20

Sibling loyalty and care for each other are shown.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace or repentance are not present.

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