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Children · Ages 8–12

The Wizard of Oz

by James Riordan

Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2000

Dorothy and her companions journey through the magical land of Oz to find their way home and achieve their desires.

Concern Level

58/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

15/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore20

There are encounters with witches and some mild peril.

Profanity / Language0

The text is free of any profanity.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the narrative.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No mention of suicide or self-harm is present.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some elements, like the Wicked Witch, can be mildly scary.

Occult & Witchcraft70

The story is filled with magic, witches, and fantastical creatures.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality50

The story presents a magical, non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Dorothy shows courage in her journey to return home.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a focus of this story.

Love & Friendship50

Friendship and loyalty among Dorothy and her companions are key.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and repentance are absent.

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