Walt Disney presents The little mermaid, Ariel above the sea
by Lyn Calder
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1991
Ariel, a mermaid princess, longs to explore the human world and makes a deal with a sea witch.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentAriel's attraction to Prince Eric is a mild romantic element.
Ursula's threats and the storm at sea involve mild peril.
No profanity is present in this adaptation.
No blasphemous language is used in the story.
Substance abuse is not a theme in this book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
Ursula's appearance and the storm can be slightly frightening.
Ursula is a sea witch who uses magic for her schemes.
LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this story.
The sea witch's magic presents a non-Christian worldview element.
Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceAriel shows courage in pursuing her dreams.
Christian faith is not a theme in this story.
Ariel's desire for connection and love is present.
Repentance is not a central theme in this adaptation.
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