The practical princess
by Jay Williams
Age rating: Ages 8–11 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1969
This classic fairy tale follows a clever princess who uses her wit and resourcefulness to outsmart a dragon.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this story.
The princess confronts and defeats a dragon, involving some peril.
No profanity is present in the text.
No blasphemy is present in the text.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
The dragon may be perceived as slightly scary by very young readers.
The dragon is a fantastical creature, not explicitly occult.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The worldview is that of a traditional fairy tale.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe princess shows great courage and cleverness in facing the dragon.
Christian faith is absent from this fairy tale narrative.
The princess acts for her own safety and kingdom.
Themes of grace and repentance are not present in this story.
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