Autumn Street
by Lois Lowry
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1980
A young girl named Elizabeth experiences the impact of her father's political activism and the subsequent family upheaval during the McCarthy era.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Some implied threats and fear related to political persecution.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language or themes are included.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is present.
The atmosphere can be tense due to political fear.
No occult or witchcraft elements are featured.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story touches on the dangers of political extremism.
The father's activism is portrayed as problematic by some.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceElizabeth shows courage in facing family changes.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Family loyalty and protection are themes.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.
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