The Door in the Wall (Newbery Medal Winner) — Content Guide for Parents
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PRESENTContains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.
About this book
“An enthralling and inspiring tale of triumph.” —The New York Times
Ever since he can remember, Robin, child of Sir John de Bureford, has been told what is expected of him as the son of a nobleman. He must learn the ways of knighthood. But Robin’s destiny is changed suddenly when he falls ill and loses the use of his legs. Fearing a plague, his servants abandon him, and Robin is left alone.
A monk named Brother Luke rescues Robin and takes him to the hospice of St. Mark’s, where he is taught woodcarving and patience and strength. Says Brother Luke, “Thou hast only to follow the wall far enough and there will be a door in it.”
Robin learns soon enough what Brother Luke means. When the great castle of Lindsay is in danger, Robin discovers that there is more than one way to serve his king.
Frequently asked questions
Is The Door in the Wall (Newbery Medal Winner) appropriate for a 7-year-old?
No explicit violence is mentioned in the book. The search results reference the author and the book's themes of resilience without indicating any violent content. No scary content is present in the book. The narrative is described as uplifting and centered on resilience, which is appropriate for children.
Does The Door in the Wall (Newbery Medal Winner) have violence?
No explicit violence is mentioned in the book. The search results reference the author and the book's themes of resilience without indicating any violent content.
Does The Door in the Wall (Newbery Medal Winner) have scary content?
No scary content is present in the book. The narrative is described as uplifting and centered on resilience, which is appropriate for children.
Does The Door in the Wall (Newbery Medal Winner) have religious themes?
The book is set in a time when Christianity was the norm, and Christian devotions are part of everyday life. However, it is noted that the book is not primarily about religion.
Does The Door in the Wall (Newbery Medal Winner) have racial/cultural content?
The book does not focus on race as a central theme. The search results do not indicate any racial issues or discussions in the narrative.
Does The Door in the Wall (Newbery Medal Winner) have profanity?
No profanity is mentioned in the book. The search results focus on the book's themes and accolades without any indication of inappropriate language.
Does The Door in the Wall (Newbery Medal Winner) have climate change?
No climate themes are present in the book. The search results do not indicate any environmental issues or discussions related to climate.
Does The Door in the Wall (Newbery Medal Winner) have sexual identity?
No sexual content is present in the book. The search results do not indicate any sexual themes or references.
Does The Door in the Wall (Newbery Medal Winner) have gender roles?
The book does not actively discuss or promote gender roles. The search results focus on the author's achievements and the story's themes without addressing gender dynamics.
Does The Door in the Wall (Newbery Medal Winner) have lgbtq+ themes?
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are mentioned in the book. The search results focus on the author's background and accolades rather than any LGBTQ+ content.
