The dragon and the doctor
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1971
A young boy named Pip travels to a magical land to find a cure for his ailing father.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the narrative.
Pip faces some mild peril on his journey.
The language is appropriate for young readers.
No blasphemous language is used.
No substance abuse is depicted in the story.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
Some magical creatures and situations might be slightly unsettling.
Magic and magical creatures are central to the plot.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.
The story relies on magical solutions rather than faith.
No negative portrayals of Christians are included.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presencePip shows bravery in facing challenges for his father.
The story does not feature Christian faith or practices.
Pip's motivation is driven by love for his father.
Themes of grace and repentance are not explored.
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