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Children · Ages 8–12

The cats in the doll shop

by Yona Zeldis McDonough

Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2011

A young girl discovers a secret world within a doll shop and befriends the inhabitants.

Concern Level

25/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

19/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

Mild peril exists as the protagonist navigates the doll shop's secrets.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included in the narrative.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing20

Some atmospheric suspense may be present in the doll shop.

Occult & Witchcraft30

The dolls may have a magical or enchanted quality.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this story.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

The protagonist shows courage in exploring the unknown doll shop.

Faith & Hope0

True Christian faith elements are absent from the narrative.

Love & Friendship60

Friendship and loyalty develop between the girl and the dolls.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Grace, mercy, or repentance are not central themes.

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