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Children · Ages 8–12

The cuckoo clock

by Mary Louisa Molesworth

Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1877

A young girl named Mavis receives a magical cuckoo clock that brings her on adventures.

Concern Level

47/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

5/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is present in this book.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in this book.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in this book.

Substance Use0

No substance use is present in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is present in this book.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some mild suspense exists during magical journeys.

Occult & Witchcraft60

The cuckoo clock is a magical object that transports Mavis.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality30

The magical elements present a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present in this book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Mavis shows curiosity and willingness to explore.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are present in this book.

Love & Friendship10

Mavis has affection for her family.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace or repentance are present in this book.

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