The dragon tree
by Jane Langton
Age rating: Ages 10–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2008
A young boy named Toby discovers a magical dragon tree in his backyard that grants wishes. He learns about responsibility and the consequences of his desires.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this book.
No violence is depicted in this story.
No profanity is used in the text.
No blasphemy is present in this book.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is mentioned.
No scary elements are present in this book.
A magical dragon tree grants wishes to Toby.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story has a magical worldview, not explicitly Christian.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceToby learns to be responsible with his wishes.
Faith is not a central theme in this story.
The focus is on wishes, not self-giving love.
No themes of grace or repentance are present.
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