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Teens · Ages 13–15

The Door in the Wall

by Marguerite de Angeli

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1949

A young boy named Alan recovers from illness and learns to overcome his disability through faith and perseverance in medieval England.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

72/ 100

Shining

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

Mild peril and conflict occur during Alan's journey.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary or horror elements are included.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story promotes a Christian worldview without overt promotion of other worldviews.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

Alan shows courage in facing his challenges and helping others.

Faith & Hope80

Christian faith and prayer are central to Alan's recovery and actions.

Love & Friendship60

Alan demonstrates love and compassion for those he meets.

Forgiveness & Redemption70

Grace and mercy are shown through acts of kindness and forgiveness.

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