Troll Bridge
by Jane Yolen
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2006
A young boy named Leo encounters a troll under a bridge and must use his wits to survive the encounter.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this short story.
The troll is menacing and threatens Leo with physical harm.
No profanity is used by the characters in the story.
No blasphemous language is present in the narrative.
Substance use is not a theme in this story.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
The troll's appearance and threats can be frightening for some.
Trolls are mythical creatures from folklore, not occult magic.
LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this story.
The story draws from folklore, not a specific worldview.
No religious figures or groups are portrayed.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceLeo shows courage in facing the dangerous troll.
Christian faith is not a theme in this folklore tale.
Self-preservation is the primary motivation, not love.
Cleverness and quick thinking are rewarded in the story.
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