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Children · Ages 8–12

The sleeping army

by Francesca Simon

Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2011

A group of children discover a magical sleeping army that awakens to protect their village from an invading force.

Concern Level

37/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

11/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

There is no sexual content in this book.

Violence / Gore10

Mild peril exists as the army fights invaders.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

Substance abuse is not a theme.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some mild suspense exists during the conflict.

Occult & Witchcraft50

The sleeping army is a magical, supernatural element.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story promotes bravery and community.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Children show courage facing a threat.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

The army's purpose is protective love.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace or repentance are central.

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