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The king in the window cover
Children · Ages 8–12

The king in the window

by Adam Gopnik

Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2006

A young boy named Ivan discovers a magical window that leads him to a land of talking animals and a quest to save the kingdom.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

9/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore5

Mild peril occurs when Ivan faces a grumpy badger.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing10

The grumpy badger character might be slightly scary for very young readers.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story promotes kindness and bravery.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Ivan shows courage in facing challenges in the magical land.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship15

Ivan shows care for the animal characters he meets.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

The story emphasizes friendship and overcoming fears.

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