The fisherman and his wife
by Eric Blair
Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2004
A poor fisherman catches a magical fish that grants wishes, leading to unforeseen consequences.
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.
No violence is depicted.
No profanity is used.
No blasphemy is included.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
The story is not scary.
A magical talking fish is central to the plot.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
Explores human desires and their outcomes.
Christians are not portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe fisherman faces consequences of his choices.
Christian faith is not a central theme.
Family is mentioned but not central.
Themes of contentment and greed are explored.
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