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Teens · Ages 13–15

Grandmother's pigeon

by Louise Erdrich

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1996

A young girl named Agnes lives on a reservation and cares for a pigeon, experiencing life and family dynamics.

Concern Level

4/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

6/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore5

Mild instances of conflict or hardship may occur.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is featured in the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm occur.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary or horror elements are present.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality5

The worldview reflects Indigenous cultural perspectives and traditions.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Agnes shows responsibility in caring for the pigeon.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are present in the story.

Love & Friendship25

Familial love and the bond with the pigeon are central.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

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

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