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Children · Ages 10–14

Tom's Private War

by Leeson

Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1999

A young boy named Tom experiences the impact of World War II on his home front and his family.

Concern Level

17/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

10/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore20

The war's impact is described, but not graphically.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in this book.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in this book.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

Themes of loss and separation due to war are present.

Scary / Disturbing10

The atmosphere of war can be somber.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present in this book.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The narrative focuses on historical events and personal experience.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Tom shows resilience and bravery in difficult times.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central theme in this narrative.

Love & Friendship30

Family bonds and support are important themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and repentance are absent.

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