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Teens · Ages 13–17

Goomer

by Dorothy Waldman

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1952

A young boy named Goomer navigates the challenges of growing up in a post-war era, dealing with family and societal expectations.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

9/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

Mild conflict and arguments occur between characters.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary elements are present in the narrative.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or magical elements are absent from the story.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Goomer shows resilience in difficult situations.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith elements are absent from the narrative.

Love & Friendship30

Family relationships and loyalty are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and mercy are not explicitly explored.

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