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Teens · Ages 13–15

The Wishing Star

by Diane R. Houghton

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1998

A young protagonist searches for a magical wishing star, encountering challenges and self-discovery.

Concern Level

33/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

7/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in The Wishing Star.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the protagonist's quest.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters in The Wishing Star.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in this magical story.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is a theme in The Wishing Star.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted in this story.

Scary / Disturbing0

This book does not contain any scary or horror elements.

Occult & Witchcraft50

The concept of a wishing star involves magical elements.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this fantasy story.

Worldview & Spirituality0

This book does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians and God are not portrayed negatively in this book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

The protagonist shows courage in pursuing her wish.

Faith & Hope0

Faith is not a central theme in The Wishing Star.

Love & Friendship0

Familial love is a background element in the story.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Grace and mercy are not central themes in this story.

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