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The wise woman

George MacDonald (1875)

SubgenreFairy Tale Retelling
Age groupMiddle Grade 8-12
Content ratingG
Pages142 (Quick Read (<250))
SettingSecondary World
CSM age8
Goodreads4.3/5 (1648)

Content levels

ViolenceNone
Sexual contentNone
LanguageNone

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Synopsis

A lovely and an engrossing tale by George MacDonald. It is a story of two young spoiled and selfish girls - Rosamund is a princess and Agnes is the daughter of a shepherd. A positive change occurs in their lives after they meet the Wise Woman. She teaches them the virtues of honesty and elegance. Inspirational!

Is The wise woman appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 8 and up.

This Victorian fairy tale focuses on moral lessons about humility and kindness, with no violence, romance, or scary content. The wise woman serves as a mentor figure guiding two spoiled girls toward better character.

What to know going in

This book has no graphic violence, no sexual content, and clean language.

Who'll love this

Kids will enjoy seeing two very different girls learn important lessons about being kind and honest through magical adventures with a mysterious wise woman.

Tags

Children'sFairy Tale RetellingRoyal CourtClassic Fantasy