When the whistle blows
Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2009
During the Great Depression, a young girl named Mary Ellen finds solace and purpose in her family's farm and community.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this book.
Mentions of hardship and poverty during the Depression.
No profanity is used in the text.
No blasphemy is present in the narrative.
No substance use is featured in the book.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
No scary or horror elements are included.
No occult or witchcraft themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
No non-Christian worldview is promoted.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceMary Ellen shows resilience and determination.
Faith is a quiet support for the family.
Family and community bonds are central.
Themes of perseverance and mutual support are present.
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