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Children · Ages 11–13

Addy Learns a Lesson

by Connie Rose Porter

Age rating: Ages 11–13 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1993

Addy, a young enslaved girl, experiences hardship and learns resilience during the Civil War era.

Concern Level

30/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

39/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this historical account.

Violence / Gore40

The realities of slavery include harsh treatment and danger.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the text of this book.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in this historical narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted in this story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing20

The depiction of slavery's hardships can be emotionally difficult.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this historical fiction.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on historical events and human resilience.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No Christians or God are portrayed negatively in this book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

Addy demonstrates immense courage and strength in adversity.

Faith & Hope10

Faith is a source of comfort for some characters, but not central.

Love & Friendship60

Family bonds and acts of kindness show self-giving love.

Forgiveness & Redemption50

Themes of hope and perseverance are central to Addy's journey.

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