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Teens · Ages 13–17

My great-grandmother's gourd

by Cristina Kessler

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2000

A young girl travels to her ancestral home in China, discovering family history and a connection to her past.

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 is depicted in the narrative.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story contains no scary or horror elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the narrative.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Characters show quiet resilience in difficult circumstances.

Faith & Hope5

Family traditions and cultural heritage are central themes.

Love & Friendship15

Family bonds and intergenerational love are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption5

Understanding and acceptance are subtly conveyed.

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