The Selfish Giant
by Oscar Wilde
Age rating: Ages 10–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2015
A selfish giant builds a wall around his beautiful garden, but learns a lesson about love and sharing when he sees the impact of his actions.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Present
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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 or themes are included.
No substance abuse is a theme in the book.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
The giant's initial selfishness and isolation can be somber.
No occult or magical elements are featured.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.
The worldview is allegorical, focusing on human nature and redemption.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe giant eventually shows courage in changing his ways.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
The story is a powerful allegory for self-giving love and compassion.
Themes of repentance, forgiveness, and grace are central.
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