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Children · Ages 10–14

The good fortunes gang

by Margaret Mahy

Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1993

A group of children in New Zealand encounters magical and mysterious events in their neighborhood.

Concern Level

25/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

16/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

Mild peril and suspenseful situations occur.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.

Scary / Disturbing30

Some magical elements might be perceived as slightly eerie.

Occult & Witchcraft20

The story contains magical and fantastical elements.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story explores imagination and the extraordinary in everyday life.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

The children show courage in facing the unknown.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this fantasy story.

Love & Friendship40

Friendship and camaraderie are important themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

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

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