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Teens · Ages 13–15

Tom and the Two Handles

by Russell Hoban

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1965

Tom, a young boy, discovers a magical world through a mysterious pair of handles, embarking on an imaginative journey.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

5/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

Sexual content is completely absent from the story.

Violence / Gore0

Violence is not present in this imaginative tale.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is not used in the narrative.

Blasphemy0

Blasphemy is absent from the book's content.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not depicted in the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

Suicide or self-harm themes are not present.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some surreal elements might be mildly unsettling for very young readers.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are not present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are absent from the story.

Worldview & Spirituality0

A neutral worldview is presented without overt promotion.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not depicted in the story.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Tom shows curiosity and a willingness to explore.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith elements are absent from the narrative.

Love & Friendship10

A sense of wonder and exploration is present.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Grace, mercy, and repentance are not themes.

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