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Children · Ages 8–11

Witch Hazel

by Alice Schertle

Age rating: Ages 8–11 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1991

This picture book tells the story of a young girl named Hazel who discovers a magical garden and learns about the power of nature and friendship.

Concern Level

22/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

9/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore0

The story is gentle and contains no violence.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the narrative.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing10

The magical elements might be slightly mysterious.

Occult & Witchcraft30

The story features magical elements and a magical garden.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story celebrates nature and imagination.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Hazel shows curiosity and a willingness to explore.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

Hazel forms a loving connection with the garden.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

The story emphasizes wonder and discovery.

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