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Children · Ages 10–13

The Cold and Hot Winter

by Johanna Hurwitz

Age rating: Ages 10–13 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1988

A young girl named Elizabeth spends her winter vacation with her grandmother, dealing with a difficult cousin and learning about family.

Concern Level

0/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

10/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the narrative.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes are present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is a theme in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary or horror elements are included.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story presents a generally positive worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Elizabeth shows courage in facing her difficult cousin.

Faith & Hope5

Faith is not a central theme, but family values are implied.

Love & Friendship20

Love is shown through family relationships and care.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Forgiveness and understanding are shown between family members.

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