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Teens · Ages 13–15

The Sleeping Sword

by Michael Morpurgo

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2002

A young boy named Thomas finds a sword that transports him back in time to the Battle of Hastings.

Concern Level

28/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

8/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore40

The Battle of Hastings is depicted with some intensity.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance use is featured in the narrative.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing10

Battle scenes may be intense for sensitive readers.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are included.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story explores historical events and bravery.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Thomas shows bravery in the face of battle.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship10

Thomas experiences camaraderie and survival.

Forgiveness & Redemption5

The story highlights courage in difficult times.

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