Age rating and parents' guide:A Flowering Tree and Other Oral Tales from India
by A. K. Ramanujan
Ages 13–17
A Flowering Tree and Other Oral Tales from India by A. K. Ramanujan is best for children aged 13–17. It has mild violence, some scary moments, a little romance and no bad language. Worth knowing: Some tales include adult romance, transformation and darker folklore; use selectively for older readers.
South Asian oral tales gathered and retold with literary care, including stories of transformation, love and wonder.
Content ratings
How much of each a parent can expect, from none to strong.
- Violence
- Mild
- Scary moments
- Moderate
- Romance
- Mild
- Bad language
- None
Worth knowing: Some tales include adult romance, transformation and darker folklore; use selectively for older readers.
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At a glance
- Novel
- A steady start that picks up quickly
- Mostly text
- Some emotionally heavy moments
- Indian author, setting or story
Great for kids who like
- Indian stories
- Nature & outdoors
- Indian heritage
Reading mood
- Suspenseful
Good to talk about
- Nature & wildlife
- Indian heritage
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