Sweet Clara and the freedom quilt
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1993
A young enslaved girl in the 1850s uses her quilting skills to help others escape to freedom via the Underground Railroad.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Rich
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Rich
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the book.
The harsh realities of slavery and escape are implied.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language or themes are included.
No substance abuse is a theme in the book.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
The book does not contain scary elements.
No occult or witchcraft themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The book focuses on historical events and human spirit.
No negative portrayal of God or Christians is present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceClara displays immense courage in aiding escapes.
Faith in God is a quiet undercurrent for some.
Love for family and community drives the actions.
The quilt symbolizes hope and a path to freedom.
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