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Teens · Ages 13–16

Gooseberries to oranges

by Barbara Cohen

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1982

Two young girls, one from a traditional Jewish background and the other from a more secular one, form an unlikely friendship.

Concern Level

3/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

16/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this story.

Violence / Gore0

There is no violence depicted in the narrative.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is absent from the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm occur.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story does not contain scary elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality5

The worldview is primarily secular with cultural observations.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice15

The girls show courage in overcoming differences.

Faith & Hope10

Jewish traditions and cultural practices are depicted.

Love & Friendship25

The development of a strong friendship is central.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

The story promotes understanding and acceptance of others.

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