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Children · Ages 10–14

Matzah Belowstairs

by Susan Lynn Meyer

Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2019

In 1930s New York, a young Jewish girl named Miriam works belowstairs in a wealthy household during the Christmas season.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

16/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore5

There are minor conflicts and misunderstandings between characters.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is included.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary elements are present in the story.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are explored.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The story explores themes of cultural understanding and empathy.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Miriam shows resilience in her challenging circumstances.

Faith & Hope10

Jewish traditions and holidays are respectfully depicted.

Love & Friendship30

Miriam develops genuine friendships and familial bonds.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Acts of kindness and understanding are shown.

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