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Teens · Ages 13–16

Matilda Bone

by Karen Cushman

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

Matilda Bone, an orphan in medieval England, learns about her past and the power of storytelling.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

18/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

Some mild peril and hardship are depicted.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary elements are present.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The story is set in a historical context with religious undertones.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayal of God or Christians.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Matilda shows resilience in difficult circumstances.

Faith & Hope10

Religious faith is a background element of the time.

Love & Friendship40

Family bonds and connections are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

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

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