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Children · Ages 8–12

The ice castle

by Holly Anna

Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2017

Two sisters, Clara and Rosie, discover a hidden world within an ice castle and must find their way home.

Concern Level

32/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

16/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

There are mild challenges and dangers in the ice castle.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes appear.

Substance Use0

No substance use is featured in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing20

The ice castle setting can be a little eerie.

Occult & Witchcraft40

The ice castle and its inhabitants have magical properties.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Clara and Rosie show bravery in their adventure.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a focus of the story.

Love & Friendship40

The sisters' bond and love for each other are central.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

The story emphasizes courage and sibling relationships.

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