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Teens · Ages 12–16

The War and Freddy

by Dennis Hamley

Age rating: Ages 12–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1994

During World War II, a young boy named Freddy is evacuated from London and experiences life in the countryside. He faces challenges and makes new friends.

Concern Level

32/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

16/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore40

The backdrop of war implies danger and loss.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.

Scary / Disturbing20

The war setting can be unsettling but not overtly scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the narrative.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The story depicts the realities of war and displacement.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians or God are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Freddy shows bravery in adapting to new circumstances.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central theme in this book.

Love & Friendship40

Friendship and kindness are important themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and mercy are not prominent.

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