Ruthie and the (Not So) Teeny Tiny Lie
by Laura Rankin
Age rating: Ages 8–10 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2007
Ruthie tells a small lie that grows, and she learns the importance of honesty and facing consequences.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this children's book.
The story contains no violence or conflict.
Profanity is absent from Ruthie's story.
Blasphemy is not a feature of this book.
Substance use is not depicted in this story.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
The story is not designed to be scary.
Occult or magical elements are not included.
LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this book.
The story does not promote non-Christian worldviews.
Christians and God are not portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceRuthie shows courage in admitting her lie.
Faith is not a central theme, but honesty is valued.
Family support and understanding are shown.
The story emphasizes honesty, truthfulness, and repentance.
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