Now One Foot, Now the Other
Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1981
A young boy named Bobby is cared for by his grandmother after his mother becomes ill. He learns to appreciate her and their bond grows.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
No violence is depicted in the narrative.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language or themes are present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.
The story is not scary or frightening.
No occult or witchcraft elements are included.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story focuses on family and personal growth, not a specific worldview.
No Christians are portrayed negatively; the focus is on family dynamics.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceBobby shows quiet courage in adapting to his mother's illness.
The story does not focus on Christian faith or practices.
The story beautifully portrays the love between Bobby and his grandmother.
Bobby learns to accept the changes and find joy in his grandmother's care.
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