Richard Wright and the library card
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1997
Richard Wright, a young Black boy, faces discrimination when trying to get a library card in the Jim Crow South.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this book.
The story depicts the harsh realities of racial prejudice and injustice.
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.
The book is not scary, but deals with serious themes.
No occult themes are present in this book.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.
The book implicitly critiques a worldview that supports racial segregation.
The story portrays the injustice faced by Black individuals.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceRichard shows courage in his pursuit of knowledge and rights.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Family support and determination are evident.
The pursuit of justice and equality is a key theme.
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