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Peppermints in the Parlor (Peppermints #1) cover
Children · Ages 10–13

Peppermints in the Parlor (Peppermints #1)

by Barbara Brooks Wallace

Age rating: Ages 10–13 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1980

In 1890s New York, a young girl named Jane must adapt to a new life with her aunt.

Concern Level

3/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

8/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore5

There are some minor conflicts and disagreements.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the narrative.

Blasphemy0

The story does not contain blasphemous language.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

This book does not include themes of suicide or self-harm.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary or frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present in the narrative.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are absent from this book.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The book focuses on historical life and family dynamics.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

There are no negative portrayals of God or Christians.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Jane shows resilience in adapting to new circumstances.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central theme.

Love & Friendship25

Jane learns to love her new family and home.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and repentance are not explored.

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