A close call
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1986
A young girl named Sarah faces a difficult decision when her family's farm is threatened by foreclosure.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this story.
No violence occurs between the characters.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemy is present in the narrative.
No substance use is depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.
The threat of losing the farm may cause some anxiety.
No occult themes are present in the story.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.
The story emphasizes hard work and family perseverance.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceSarah shows courage in facing her family's financial struggles.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Family members show love and support for each other.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.
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