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Children · Ages 8–12

The magic box

by Barbara Brenner

Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1990

A young girl discovers a magical box that contains various objects, leading her on imaginative adventures.

Concern Level

13/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

3/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the book.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance use is featured in the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is whimsical and not scary.

Occult & Witchcraft20

A magical box is central to the plot.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story celebrates imagination and creativity.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice5

The protagonist shows curiosity and engagement.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship5

The joy of discovery is a theme.

Forgiveness & Redemption5

Imagination leads to positive experiences.

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