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Teens · Ages 11–15

The Curse of the Toads

by Rebecca Lisle

Age rating: Ages 11–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2006

A group of friends must break a curse involving toads and a magical artifact to save their village.

Concern Level

58/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

18/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the book.

Violence / Gore30

There are confrontations with magical creatures and dangerous situations.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the story.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is present.

Scary / Disturbing40

The curse and the toads can be unsettling and scary.

Occult & Witchcraft70

The plot revolves around a magical curse and enchanted toads.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The story features magic and curses as central plot elements.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

The friends display bravery in facing the curse.

Faith & Hope0

Faith is not a theme; magic is the focus.

Love & Friendship40

Friendship and working together are crucial to their success.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

The story emphasizes overcoming challenges through teamwork.

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