Candy Floss
by Rumer Godden
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1960
A young girl named Phillida lives in India and longs for a doll, but her family's financial struggles make it impossible. She finds solace in her imagination and the simple joys of her surroundings.
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.
No violence is depicted in the story.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language or themes appear.
No substance abuse is a theme in the book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The story is not scary or intended to frighten readers.
No occult or witchcraft elements are featured.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The book does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presencePhillida shows quiet courage in facing her desires.
Christian faith is not a central theme or element.
Phillida experiences familial love and longing.
Themes of grace or mercy are not prominent.
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