The Rainmaker
by Barbara Todd
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2003
In a drought-stricken land, a young girl named Elara discovers she has the power to bring rain, facing skepticism and danger as she tries to save her village.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the narrative.
There are descriptions of conflict and threats to Elara.
The characters do not use any profanity.
No blasphemous language is found in the text.
Substance use is not a theme in this book.
The story does not depict suicide or self-harm.
Some tense moments and the threat of danger exist.
Elara's rainmaking ability is presented as a form of magic.
LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this book.
The story focuses on natural elements and personal power.
God and Christians are not mentioned in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceElara bravely uses her powers to help her people.
Christian faith is not a component of this story.
Elara's actions are motivated by a desire to save her village.
The story shows perseverance in the face of adversity.
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