The ghost boy
by Peggy Mann
Age rating: Ages 10–13 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1965
A young boy named Billy is haunted by the ghost of his deceased friend and must help the ghost find peace.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Mild emotional distress and conflict are depicted.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present in the text.
Substance use is not a theme in this book.
The story deals with the death of a child.
The presence of a ghost and its story can be unsettling.
The story centers on a ghost and its interaction with the living.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The story explores the afterlife and spirits outside a Christian framework.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceBilly shows courage in confronting his fears and helping the ghost.
Spiritual themes are present but not tied to Christian faith.
The story explores themes of friendship and unresolved grief.
Characters learn about empathy and finding closure.
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