Scarecrow
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1990
A young boy named Kolya struggles with his identity and relationships in a Soviet-era orphanage.
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.
There are instances of bullying and harsh treatment in the orphanage.
Mild profanity may be present reflecting the setting.
No blasphemous content is included in the story.
Themes of despair and hopelessness may be present.
The emotional struggles of the characters may touch on self-harm ideation.
The harsh realities of the orphanage can be emotionally unsettling.
No occult or magical elements are featured.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story depicts a secular, Soviet environment with its own social dynamics.
The portrayal of authority figures may be negative.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceKolya shows resilience in navigating difficult circumstances.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
The search for connection and belonging is a key theme.
The narrative explores the consequences of difficult choices.
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