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Children · Ages 9–13

Leaves in October

by Karen Ackerman

Age rating: Ages 9–13 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1991

A young girl named Sarah experiences the changing seasons and learns about family and growing up in rural America.

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 occurs between characters in the book.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by any characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes are present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the narrative.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary or frightening for readers.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story promotes appreciation for nature and family.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians and God are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice5

Sarah shows quiet resilience in daily life.

Faith & Hope5

Family values and traditions are implicitly important.

Love & Friendship15

Family love and connection are central themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

The story offers a sense of peace and continuity.

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