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Children · Ages 8–10

Gooseberry Park

by Cynthia Rylant

Age rating: Ages 8–10 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1995

A family of talking animals lives in a park and experiences gentle adventures and friendships.

Concern Level

0/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

8/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the book.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The stories are calm and reassuring.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The focus is on the simple joys of nature and friendship.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No Christian characters or themes are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

The animals face minor challenges with gentle resolve.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are present in the narrative.

Love & Friendship40

Friendship and kindness are central themes among the animals.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

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

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