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Children · Ages 10–12

In the cow's backyard

by Alma Flor Ada

Age rating: Ages 10–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1991

A young girl named Elena visits her grandmother's farm and discovers a hidden world in the cow's backyard.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

0/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this story.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the narrative.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes appear.

Substance Use0

No substance use is shown or discussed.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The magical elements are whimsical, not scary.

Occult & Witchcraft10

The story features a hidden, magical world.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is secular, focusing on imagination.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians or God are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice0

Elena's curiosity drives her exploration.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are present in the book.

Love & Friendship0

The focus is on discovery, not self-giving love.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

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

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