The hand-me-down doll
by Steven Kroll
Age rating: Ages 8–10 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1983
A young girl receives a doll that has been passed down through her family, learning about her family history and the value of heirlooms.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this book.
No violence is depicted in the story.
No profanity is present in the text.
No blasphemy is present in the text.
No substance abuse is depicted in the story.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted in the story.
No scary elements are present in the story.
No occult themes are present in the story.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.
The worldview emphasizes family history and connection.
No negative portrayal of God or Christians is present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist shows appreciation for her family's past.
Faith is not a theme in this book.
Familial love and connection to ancestors are shown.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.
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