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The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

2005

Four kids travel through a wardrobe to the land of Narnia and learn of their destiny to free it with the guidance of a mystical lion.

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Why this age? The main things to know: violence (4/5), frightening scenes (4/5), death of a character (4/5), and religious themes (4/5). Also present, briefly or lightly: graphic injury. On the plus side: good role models, educational value, kindness & empathy, courage & resilience, diverse representation, and creativity & curiosity.

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Strongest cautions

  • Death of a character4/5
  • Frightening scenes4/5
  • Religious themes4/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience5/5
  • Creativity & curiosity4/5
  • Good role models4/5

What’s in it?

Death of a character4/5

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Graphic injury2/5

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Religious themes4/5

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Frightening scenes4/5

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Violence4/5

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What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience5/5

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Creativity & curiosity4/5

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Diverse representation3/5

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Educational value3/5

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Kindness & empathy3/5

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Positive messages1/5

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Good role models4/5

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  1. What did courage look like in this story? Was being brave always the same as being fearless?
  2. How did the story approach death or loss? What helped the characters cope?
  3. Which choice in The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe would you have made differently, and why?
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