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The Wishmas Tree

2020

A young possum's misguided wish for a white Wishmas not only freezes her entire hometown of Sanctuary City, but also threatens the lives of all who live there. Before the magical Wishmas Tree dies, she must undertake a perilous journey into the WILD; battling self-doubt, ghostly predators and ultimately, Extinction itself, to reverse the damage she has caused and save her city.

Ages 6+Source checked

Why this age? Cartoon fantasy danger, ghostly predators, threatened lives, and extinction-themed peril may worry younger children, but the G-rated presentation and hopeful adventure framing suit most children around six and older. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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What parents should know

Cartoon fantasy danger, ghostly predators, threatened lives, and extinction-themed peril may worry younger children, but the G-rated presentation and hopeful adventure framing suit most children around six and older. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ. Courage & resilience; strongest caution: frightening scenes.

Readiness snapshotAge guidance: 6+Main watch-out: Frightening scenes 3/5
Recommendation 3.5/5
Review depth12 scored categories12 evidence notes

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Recommended age6+

Strongest cautions

  • Frightening scenes3/5
  • Death of a character2/5
  • Violence2/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience4/5
  • Positive messages4/5
  • Creativity & curiosity3/5

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What’s in it?

Death of a character2/5
Why this rating?

The death of a magical tree and the threat to the city are central, but there is no graphic character death.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Very mild, G-rated dialogue.

Religious themes1/5
Why this rating?

Themes are secular and holiday-focused rather than religious.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

Some tense moments involving 'ghostly predators' and the threat of the town freezing.

Violence2/5
Why this rating?

Includes cartoonish peril, chase sequences, and conflicts with predators.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist faces significant personal fear to help others.

Creativity & curiosity3/5
Why this rating?

Its imaginative animal city, magical Wishmas Tree, wishes, and inventive fantasy journey strongly encourage imaginative engagement.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

Features a variety of anthropomorphic animal characters.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Incidental values-based lessons on problem-solving and social responsibility.

Kindness & empathy3/5
Why this rating?

Cooperation and community support are encouraged.

Positive messages4/5
Why this rating?

The story strongly supports taking responsibility, correcting harmful choices, protecting one’s community, and considering consequences before acting.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist learns from her mistakes and shows growth through her journey.

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  1. What did courage look like in this story? Was being brave always the same as being fearless?
  2. Which moment felt most tense or frightening? What helped the characters handle fear?
  3. Which choice in The Wishmas Tree would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in The Wishmas Tree, and what caused that change?
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