The Curse of the Buttons
Age rating: Ages 9–13 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2014
A young girl inherits a mysterious box of buttons, each with a unique magical property, leading her on an unexpected journey.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentThe story contains no sexual content.
Mild peril occurs as characters navigate magical challenges.
No profanity is used by the characters.
The book is free of blasphemous content.
No substance abuse is depicted.
The story does not include themes of suicide or self-harm.
Some magical effects might be slightly unsettling.
The story centers on magical buttons and their powers.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The worldview is focused on magic and personal discovery.
God and Christians are not mentioned or portrayed.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist shows bravery in using the buttons.
No Christian faith elements are present.
Friendship and helping others are important themes.
Themes of grace and repentance are not explored.
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