Little Plum
by Rumer Godden
Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1963
This story follows Little Plum, a young girl who moves to India and struggles to adapt to a new culture and a strict boarding school.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Minor conflicts and strict discipline are depicted.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
No substance abuse is depicted in the narrative.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
The story is gentle and focuses on everyday life.
No occult themes or practices are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
Cultural differences are explored, not promoted as superior.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceLittle Plum shows resilience in adapting to new surroundings.
Faith is not a central theme in this story.
Family relationships and friendships are explored.
The story touches on understanding and acceptance.
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