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Children · Ages 8–12

The magic whistle

by Martha C. King

Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1969

This story features a magical whistle that brings about unusual events for its owner.

Concern Level

24/ 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 / Gore10

Mild peril or challenges may arise from the magic.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is absent from the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is present.

Scary / Disturbing15

Some magical events might be slightly startling.

Occult & Witchcraft30

The magical whistle is a central element of the plot.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The focus on magic may not align with a Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

The protagonist may show resourcefulness in using the whistle.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship5

Interactions are primarily driven by the magical object.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are not central.

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