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Children · Ages 8–12

The giant scissors

by Annie F. Johnston

Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1898

A young girl named Annie uses giant scissors to help her community.

Concern Level

0/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

29/ 100

Present

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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 included.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is wholesome and not scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story promotes helpfulness and ingenuity.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Annie uses her ingenuity and courage to help.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship60

Annie's actions benefit her community.

Forgiveness & Redemption40

The story shows the positive impact of helping others.

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