The bully of Barkham Street
by Mary Stolz
Age rating: Ages 10–13 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1963
A young boy named Eddie struggles with his temper and the consequences of his bullying behavior.
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 the story.
Depicts bullying and its aggressive nature.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance use is depicted.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
The story is not scary or frightening.
No occult or supernatural elements are featured.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
Focuses on a child's personal struggles with behavior.
No negative portrayals of Christians or God are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceEddie shows some courage in confronting his actions.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Familial and peer relationships are explored.
Themes of remorse and the possibility of change are present.
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