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Teens · Ages 13–15

One potato, two potato

by Cynthia C. DeFelice

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2006

A young boy in rural Vermont during the Great Depression struggles with poverty and his family's difficult circumstances, finding solace in nature and his imagination.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

21/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

There is no sexual content in this book.

Violence / Gore10

The harshness of poverty and hunger are depicted as struggles.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes are present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not intended to be scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or supernatural elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on resilience and family during hardship.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayal of Christians is present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

The protagonist shows resilience in facing his family's challenges.

Faith & Hope10

Faith is not a central theme, but hope is present.

Love & Friendship40

Family bonds and community support are shown as forms of love.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

The story implies a need for understanding and empathy for hardship.

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