Puffin Modern Classics Goodnight Mister Tom
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2010
During WWII, a young boy named William Beech is evacuated from London to the countryside and finds refuge with an elderly recluse, Tom Oakley.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Rich
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Rich
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
War scenes and child abuse are depicted with some intensity.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
No substance abuse is a theme in the book.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
Some scenes involving bombings and trauma can be frightening.
No occult or witchcraft elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The story focuses on human resilience and kindness.
Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceTom Oakley shows immense courage in protecting William.
Faith is not a central theme, but kindness is evident.
Tom's love for William grows into a deep paternal bond.
Grace and mercy are shown through Tom's care for William.
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