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Teens · Ages 13–16

Voices

by Ursula K. Le Guin

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2006

A young girl named Lyra discovers she can communicate with animals and uses this ability to help her community.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

10/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

Mild peril occurs when Lyra faces challenges in understanding her gift.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not intended to be scary.

Occult & Witchcraft10

Lyra's ability to communicate with animals is a supernatural gift.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on empathy and connection with nature.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians or God are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Lyra shows quiet determination in understanding her unique abilities.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship40

Lyra's connection with animals demonstrates a deep, empathetic love.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.

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