Almost brothers
Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1971
Two boys, one white and one Black, form an unlikely friendship in the segregated South of the 1950s.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this book.
Racial prejudice and its effects are depicted.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
No substance use is featured in the narrative.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The story is realistic and not scary.
No occult or magical elements are included.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.
The historical context reflects societal norms, not necessarily a worldview promotion.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe boys show courage in defying social norms.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
The boys develop a deep, selfless friendship.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.
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