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Children · Ages 8–12

The magic-lantern

by Ranger, Robin

Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1862

This story uses a magic lantern to tell tales, likely involving adventure and wonder.

Concern Level

37/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

10/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this story.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the magic lantern tales.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the narrative.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the stories told.

Substance Use0

No substance use is mentioned in the tales.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing20

Some magical elements might be slightly unsettling for very young readers.

Occult & Witchcraft50

Magic lantern stories often involve fantastical or magical elements.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this story.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The stories do not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Courage might be a theme in some of the tales.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a focus of these stories.

Love & Friendship30

Love might be a minor theme in some tales.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Grace, mercy, and repentance are not themes here.

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