The wishing fish
by Jean Warren
Age rating: Ages 8–10 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1993
A child discovers a magical wishing fish that grants desires, leading to lessons about contentment.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
The story is free from any violence.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
No substance use is depicted.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
The story is not scary for young readers.
The wishing fish is a magical element.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The book focuses on personal responsibility and contentment.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe child shows initial excitement for wishes.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
The child learns about appreciating what they have.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.
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