The Shrinking of Treehorn
Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1971
A boy named Treehorn finds himself shrinking after a strange encounter with a magical horn.
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 the story.
No violence is depicted in Treehorn's shrinking adventure.
No profanity is used by the characters in this book.
No blasphemous content appears in the narrative.
Substance use is not a theme in Treehorn's story.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The shrinking itself might be mildly unsettling for some young readers.
A magical horn causes Treehorn to shrink, hinting at mild magic.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCourage is not a central theme for Treehorn.
Christian faith is absent from Treehorn's magical experience.
Treehorn's parents show some care, but it's not self-giving love.
Grace and repentance are not explored in this tale.
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