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Children · Ages 8–12

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

by C. S. Lewis

Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1950

Four siblings discover a magical land called Narnia through a wardrobe and join the Great Lion, Aslan, to end an eternal winter.

Concern Level

28/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

92/ 100

Shining

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

There is no sexual content or romantic subplots in this story.

Violence / Gore25

A climactic battle involves swords and creatures, and one character is ritually executed.

Profanity / Language0

The book contains no profanity or coarse language.

Blasphemy0

There is no misuse of God's name or mockery of sacred things.

Substance Use5

Adult characters occasionally mention wine, and the Fox shares a small bottle.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

There are no themes of self-harm or suicide present.

Scary / Disturbing30

The White Witch’s courtyard of stone statues and the dark ritual are eerie.

Occult & Witchcraft20

The White Witch uses a magic wand and potions to enchant and transform others.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

There are no LGBTQ+ characters or gender-related themes.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story is rooted in a deeply Christian framework of objective truth and morality.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

The book is a celebrated Christian allegory that honors biblical truths.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice85

Peter and Lucy show great bravery in the face of danger to save Narnia.

Faith & Hope95

The narrative serves as a powerful allegory for the Gospel, atonement, and resurrection of Christ.

Love & Friendship90

Aslan's sacrificial love for Edmund is the central, moving force of the entire story.

Forgiveness & Redemption95

Edmund’s betrayal is met with profound grace, repentance, and restoration through Aslan’s sacrifice.

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