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Teens · Ages 13–15

The story of live dolls

by Josephine Scribner Gates

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1901

A group of living dolls navigate their existence and the world of humans, learning about life and love.

Concern Level

0/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

0/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this early 20th-century story.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the narrative of the living dolls.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is absent from the language used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content appears in the story of the dolls.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this classic children's book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story of living dolls is not scary or frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are not featured in this book.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes and representation are absent from this historical text.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians and God are not portrayed negatively in this book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice0

The dolls show courage in facing their unique circumstances.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith elements like prayer or scripture are not present.

Love & Friendship0

The dolls learn about love and connection with each other.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and mercy are not explicitly explored.

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