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LETTERS TO GOD

Patrick Doughtie and John Perry

A movie tie-in about a boy with terminal cancer.

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Strongest cautions

  • Religious themes5/5
  • Death of a character3/5
  • Frightening scenes2/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience5/5
  • Kindness & empathy5/5
  • Positive messages5/5

What’s in it?

Death of a character3/5
Why this rating?

Childhood cancer and the reality of terminal illness are central themes.

Religious themes5/5
Why this rating?

Faith, prayer, and Christian themes are the core focus of the narrative.

Romance1/5
Why this rating?

Romantic relationships are not a meaningful part of this child-centered story.

Frightening scenes2/5
Why this rating?

The reality of illness and potential loss may be scary for young readers.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience5/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist demonstrates profound courage while facing health struggles.

Creativity & curiosity2/5
Why this rating?

Encourages expressive writing and personal reflection.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

Limited in scope regarding diversity.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Offers insight into the experience of chronic illness and the importance of empathy.

Kindness & empathy5/5
Why this rating?

Kindness and community support are the driving forces of the plot.

Positive messages5/5
Why this rating?

Focuses on hope, faith, kindness, and finding purpose through adversity.

Good role models4/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist acts with remarkable character and resilience.

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  1. What did courage look like in this story? Was being brave always the same as being fearless?
  2. What beliefs or religious ideas appear in the story? How do they influence the characters?
  3. Which choice in LETTERS TO GOD would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in LETTERS TO GOD, and what caused that change?
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