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Teens · Ages 13–16

Granny was a buffer girl

by Berlie Doherty

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1986

A young girl recounts her grandmother's stories of growing up in the North of England.

Concern Level

15/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

14/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Some mild romantic interest is present.

Violence / Gore20

References to historical hardship and conflict exist.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the narrative.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the story.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is a theme here.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

This is not a scary story for readers.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes or witchcraft appear.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is secular, focusing on social history.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Characters show resilience in difficult times.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

Family bonds and intergenerational love are central.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Themes of memory and shared history are explored.

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