Once around the block
by Kevin Henkes
Age rating: Ages 10–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1987
A young boy named Arthur experiences a summer of change and self-discovery in his neighborhood.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSexual content is absent from this story.
Minor childhood squabbles occur, but no real violence.
Profanity is absent from this book.
Blasphemy is not present in the narrative.
Suicidal ideation or actions are not depicted.
Self-harm is not a theme in this book.
There are no scary or horror elements.
Occult themes are absent from this story.
LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this book.
The worldview is secular, focusing on everyday life.
God and Christians are not mentioned in the story.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceArthur shows courage in facing new experiences.
Christian faith is not a component of the story.
Family bonds and friendships are central themes.
Understanding and acceptance are shown between characters.
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