Good-bye to Gumble's Yard
Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1981
A group of children explores an abandoned house and uncovers secrets about its former inhabitants.
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 narrative.
Mild peril and arguments between children occur.
No profanity is used in the text.
No blasphemous content is included.
Substance abuse is not a theme in this book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm occur.
The abandoned house and its mysteries create suspense.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the plot.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story presents a neutral worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe children show bravery in exploring the unknown.
Faith is not a central theme in this story.
Friendship and loyalty among the children are evident.
Understanding and curiosity drive the plot.
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