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Children · Ages 9–13

Those green things

by Kathy Stinson

Age rating: Ages 9–13 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1985

A young boy named Leo struggles with his emotions and experiences a strange phenomenon where green things appear when he's upset, leading to humorous and sometimes challenging situations.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

15/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the story.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing10

Mildly unusual events create some lighthearted confusion.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is secular, focusing on childhood emotions.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Leo learns to manage his reactions and feelings.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

Leo experiences family support and friendship.

Forgiveness & Redemption30

The story focuses on understanding and expressing emotions.

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