Behind the Zuni masks
by Val Gendron
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1958
A young protagonist encounters Zuni culture and traditions, including sacred masks and ceremonies.
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 this book.
No violence is depicted in the narrative.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemy is present in the story.
No substance use is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is mentioned.
The focus is on cultural discovery, not horror.
Features descriptions of Zuni religious artifacts and practices.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
Presents Zuni culture from an outsider's perspective.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist shows curiosity and respect.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Respect for cultural traditions is a theme.
Themes of cultural understanding and observation are present.
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