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Children · Ages 10–12

The golden bird

by Berlie Doherty

Age rating: Ages 10–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1995

A young girl embarks on a quest to find a magical golden bird.

Concern Level

27/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

11/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore10

Mild peril and challenges are faced on the journey.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the story.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is featured in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm themes are present.

Scary / Disturbing20

Some elements of the quest might be unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft30

The golden bird and its magic are central elements.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this story.

Worldview & Spirituality20

Draws from fairy tale and magical traditions.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

The protagonist shows courage in facing her quest.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

The girl's desire to help others is a motivation.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.

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