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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

American Street

by Ibi Aanu Zoboi

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2017

Teenage Fabiola Toussaint immigrates to Detroit and navigates gang violence and poverty while trying to reunite with her mother.

Concern Level

60/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

15/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content30

Some sexual themes and discussions are present.

Violence / Gore70

Gang violence, shootings, and physical altercations are depicted.

Profanity / Language50

Profanity is used by characters in realistic dialogue.

Blasphemy0

Blasphemy is absent.

Substance Use20

Substance use is mentioned in the context of the environment.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

Mentions of self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

Scary elements are absent.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult elements are absent.

Sexuality & Gender Themes10

Some LGBTQ+ characters are present with minor roles.

Worldview & Spirituality30

The narrative explores a non-Christian worldview through cultural practices.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal20

Christians are not portrayed negatively, but faith is not central.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Fabiola shows courage in difficult circumstances.

Faith & Hope0

True Christian faith is absent.

Love & Friendship30

Familial love and loyalty are important themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of resilience are present, but not explicit repentance or grace.

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