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Children · Ages 8–11

When I was little like you

by Jill Paton Walsh

Age rating: Ages 8–11 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1997

A grandmother tells her granddaughter stories from her childhood, bridging generations and sharing life lessons.

Concern Level

3/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

12/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore5

Brief mentions of wartime hardship may be present.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes appear.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is featured in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is nostalgic and not frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or supernatural elements are included.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on personal reflection and family history.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

The grandmother shares stories of resilience.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship30

Family love and connection are central to the narrative.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Wisdom and life experience are shared.

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