Alexandra
by Scott O’Dell
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1984
Alexandra, a young girl, is sent to live with her aunt on a remote island after her parents' death. She struggles to adapt to her new life.
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 the story.
Mild peril and challenging situations occur.
No profanity is used in the text.
No blasphemous content is included.
No substance abuse is depicted.
Alexandra experiences grief and loneliness.
The isolation of the island can be unsettling.
No occult themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
Focuses on human adaptation and resilience.
No specific religious groups are portrayed.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceAlexandra shows courage in facing her new life.
Christian faith is not a theme in this book.
Family relationships and finding belonging are explored.
Themes of resilience and overcoming adversity are present.
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