The Hen Who Wouldn't Give Up
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1979
A determined hen named Henrietta refuses to lay eggs, leading to humorous situations and a journey of self-discovery as she finds her purpose.
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 the story.
No violence is depicted in the narrative.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.
The story is not scary or frightening.
No occult elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story focuses on individuality and finding one's place.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceHenrietta shows persistence in her quest.
Faith is not a central theme in this story.
The farmer shows care for Henrietta.
No themes of grace or repentance are present.
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