Nutmeg and Barley
by Janie Bynum
Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2005
Nutmeg and Barley, two young mice, embark on an adventure to find a legendary cheese, facing various woodland creatures.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this book.
The mice encounter some minor dangers and challenges.
No profanity is present in this book.
No blasphemy is present in this book.
No substance use is present in this book.
No suicide or self-harm is present in this book.
Some suspenseful moments occur during their journey.
No occult themes are present in this book.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.
The worldview is whimsical and focused on animal adventures.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceNutmeg and Barley show bravery in facing the unknown.
No Christian faith elements are present in this story.
The strong friendship between Nutmeg and Barley is central.
Themes of perseverance and working together are present.
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