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Children · Ages 8–10

When Santa was a kid

by Janice Leotti-Bachem

Age rating: Ages 8–10 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2003

This book imagines the childhood of Santa Claus, exploring his early life and how he became the beloved figure.

Concern Level

0/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

3/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this story.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in Santa's childhood.

Profanity / Language0

The text is free of any profanity.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the book.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm occur.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary for young readers.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The book does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

There are no portrayals of God or Christians.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice5

Young Santa shows kindness and determination.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith elements are absent from the story.

Love & Friendship10

Young Santa shows kindness and generosity.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.

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