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Children · Ages 9–13

Through the lock

by Carol Otis Hurst

Age rating: Ages 9–13 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2001

A young girl named Sarah discovers a hidden world and a mystery to solve when she finds a secret passage.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

4/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore5

Mild peril is present as Sarah explores the unknown.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted in the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm themes are present.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some suspenseful moments occur during the exploration of the passage.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present in the narrative.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is secular and focuses on discovery.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Sarah shows bravery in exploring the secret passage.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship5

Familial curiosity and connection are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption5

Themes of curiosity and problem-solving are present.

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