The jade boy
by Cate Cain
Age rating: Ages 10–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2013
A young boy named Kai discovers a magical jade artifact that leads him on an adventure.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
There are mild conflicts and challenges Kai faces.
Profanity is absent from the text.
No blasphemous elements are included.
Substance use is not depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is mentioned.
Some moments may be slightly suspenseful for younger readers.
The jade artifact has magical properties and ancient lore.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.
The magic system draws from Eastern mythology, not Christian.
God or Christians are not portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceKai shows courage facing unknown dangers.
Christian faith is not a theme.
Kai experiences familial care and friendship.
Themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are absent.
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