There's a dragon downstairs
by Hilary McKay
Age rating: Ages 10–13 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2003
A young girl named Elara discovers a dragon living in her house, leading to humorous and heartwarming adventures as she tries to keep it a secret.
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 this lighthearted story.
The story contains no violence.
No profanity is used in the text.
Blasphemy is absent from the narrative.
No substance abuse is depicted.
Suicide or self-harm is not a theme.
The story is not scary at all.
The dragon's existence is a magical element, not occult.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The worldview is focused on fantasy and imagination.
No negative portrayals of Christians or God are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceElara shows some bravery in hiding the dragon.
Christian faith is not a theme in this book.
Love for family and friendship is a central theme.
Themes of acceptance and responsibility are explored.
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