The Runaway Dolls
Age rating: Ages 9–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2008
When her family moves, a young girl named Anya feels lost and finds comfort in her dolls, which seem to come to life.
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 story.
No violence is depicted in the narrative.
No profanity is used in the text.
No blasphemy is present in this book.
No substance use is depicted.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
The dolls coming to life might be slightly uncanny for some.
The dolls' animation has a touch of the supernatural.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.
The book focuses on a child's emotional experience.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceAnya shows resilience in adapting to a new environment.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
The story explores Anya's love for her dolls and family.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.
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