Joyful Parenting Podcast · New Colony Church

2 Recommended Non-Christian Books for Ages 11-15 years old

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Discover how George Washington and Winston Churchill teach teens to conquer adversity through a secure identity in Christ.
The host recommends two non-Christian book series for ages 11-15, highlighting how Heroes of History teaches overcoming adversity through historical figures and Chronicles of Narnia conveys Christian theology through fantasy allegories, with practical biblical applications for parenting.

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A parent-facing book list that treats fantasy and history as supports for identity and Christian formation.

This episode frames an age 11-15 reading list as a practical way for parents to choose books that reinforce identity and a biblical worldview. Heroes of History is cast as a series that lifts up Christian values and reminds children that their identity is secure in Christ.

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Two book picks for ages 11 to 15, with one frank rule-break: Narnia.

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