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Children · Ages 10–14

The pirate uncle

by Margaret Mahy

Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1977

A young girl goes to live with her eccentric uncle, a retired pirate, and gets involved in his adventurous past.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

10/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore10

Mild descriptions of past pirate adventures may exist.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is a theme in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary or frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or supernatural elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story presents a whimsical and adventurous worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

The protagonist shows curiosity and some bravery.

Faith & Hope0

Faith is not a central theme in this adventure.

Love & Friendship30

The relationship between the niece and uncle is central.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

The story focuses on adventure and character relationships.

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