The Halloween Tree
by Ray Bradbury
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1972
A young boy travels through time and space on Halloween night, encountering various mythical and historical figures.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSexual content is absent.
Some mild peril and frightening encounters occur.
Profanity is absent.
Various pagan deities and Halloween traditions are featured.
Substance use is absent.
Suicide or self-harm is absent.
Some encounters with spirits and dark figures are unsettling.
Halloween spirits, witches, and pagan figures are central.
LGBTQ+ themes are absent.
Explores various mythologies and the spirit of Halloween.
Characters are portrayed as archetypes and historical figures.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe boy shows curiosity and some bravery.
Faith is absent.
The boy learns about different cultures and beliefs.
Forgiveness is absent.
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