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Teens · Ages 13–17

Giant cold

by Peter Dickinson

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1984

A young boy named Peter encounters a mysterious, cold entity and must find a way to survive.

Concern Level

32/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

11/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore20

The threat of the cold entity creates danger.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.

Scary / Disturbing40

The 'Giant Cold' is a frightening and menacing presence.

Occult & Witchcraft10

The nature of the 'Giant Cold' has supernatural elements.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The story explores primal forces rather than a specific worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Peter shows bravery in confronting the unknown.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central theme.

Love & Friendship10

Some familial concern is present for Peter.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

The story emphasizes facing fears and finding solutions.

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