The Return of the Psammead
Age rating: Ages 10–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1992
Three children discover a magical creature, the Psammead, that grants wishes but with unintended consequences.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
No violence is depicted in the narrative.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.
The Psammead's appearance might be slightly startling to some.
The Psammead is a magical, ancient being granting wishes.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
Christians are not portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe children show bravery in dealing with wishes.
Faith is not a theme in this magical story.
Sibling bonds and familial love are evident.
Characters learn from their mistakes and wish consequences.
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