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Children · Ages 8–12

Night in the country

by Cynthia Rylant

Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1986

A young boy named Michael spends a night in the country with his grandparents, experiencing the quiet beauty and simple joys of rural life.

Concern Level

0/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

12/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this story.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the narrative.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted in the story.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary elements are present in this book.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present in the story.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is neutral and focuses on simple life experiences.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Michael shows quiet observation and appreciation.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship30

The story highlights the love between Michael and his grandparents.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Appreciation for nature and simple pleasures are themes.

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