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Children · Ages 10–12

The salamander spell

by Elizabeth Dawson Baker

Age rating: Ages 10–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2007

A young girl discovers she has magical abilities and must learn to control them to save her family.

Concern Level

52/ 100

Heavy

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 peril and conflict occur as characters face challenges.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content appears in the book.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is featured in the narrative.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some mild suspense and potentially unsettling magical situations exist.

Occult & Witchcraft70

The story centers heavily on spells, potions, and magical creatures.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality20

Magic is presented as a natural force, not necessarily tied to a specific worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No characters or groups are portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Characters show bravery in facing magical threats.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are present in the story.

Love & Friendship30

Family bonds and loyalty are important themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and mercy are absent from the plot.

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