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Teens · Ages 13–15

The stones are hatching

by Geraldine McCaughrean

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1999

In a land where stones hatch, a young girl named Elka must protect her village from a growing threat.

Concern Level

42/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

0/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

Absence of sexual content.

Violence / Gore20

Some peril and conflict are present.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

No substance use is featured.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing30

Some unsettling and mysterious elements exist.

Occult & Witchcraft50

The concept of hatching stones has magical elements.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

No non-Christian worldview is promoted.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice0

Elka shows courage in protecting her village.

Faith & Hope0

Faith is not a central theme.

Love & Friendship0

Loyalty to village is a theme.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No specific themes of grace or repentance.

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