The Man Who Kept House
Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2011
A young boy named Leo must take over his family's household duties after his father falls ill, learning responsibility and the value of hard work.
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 or themes appear.
No substance abuse is a theme in this book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The story is not scary or frightening.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the plot.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
No Christians or God are portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceLeo shows courage in taking on adult responsibilities.
Faith is not a central theme, but family values are present.
Love is shown through family care and Leo's actions.
The story implies the virtue of perseverance and duty.
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