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Catchpenny Street cover
Teens · Ages 13–17

Catchpenny Street

by Betty Cavanna

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1951

A young girl named Penny navigates the complexities of friendship, family, and growing up in a small town during the 1950s.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

5/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Mild romantic interest and hand-holding are present.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the story.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

Blasphemous content is absent from the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

The book does not address suicide or self-harm.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary or frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the narrative.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

God and Christians are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Penny shows courage in navigating social situations.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

Friendship and family love are important themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.

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