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Children · Ages 10–14

The tempest

by Martin Waddell

Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2008

A young boy named Pip is stranded on a magical island after a shipwreck and must learn to survive.

Concern Level

24/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

15/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

There is no sexual content in the story.

Violence / Gore10

Pip faces some peril and danger on the island.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy occurs in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is featured in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing15

Some elements of the island and its creatures can be mildly unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft30

The island has magical elements and strange creatures.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The magic of the island presents a non-traditional worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Pip demonstrates courage in facing the island's challenges.

Faith & Hope5

Faith is not a significant element in the story.

Love & Friendship20

Pip experiences loneliness and a desire for connection.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Learning to adapt and survive is a form of growth.

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