The Wartville Wizard
by Don Madden
Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1986
A young boy named Arthur discovers he can do magic after finding a wizard's hat.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the book.
Mild cartoonish peril occurs when Arthur tries magic.
No profanity is used in the story.
No blasphemous content is found in the book.
No substance abuse is depicted in the story.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
Some mild, non-threatening spooky elements exist.
Magic and wizards are central to the plot.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.
The story presents a positive, whimsical worldview.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceArthur shows some courage in trying new things.
No Christian faith elements are present in the book.
Arthur shows kindness to others.
No themes of grace or repentance are present.
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