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Teens · Ages 13–15

Being grown-up is cool (not!)

by Karen McCombie

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2005

This book follows the relatable struggles and triumphs of a teenage girl navigating adolescence.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

11/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Mild discussions of crushes and relationships occur.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the story.

Profanity / Language10

Some mild language may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary or horror elements are present.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on everyday teen experiences.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Characters face challenges with growing resilience.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

Friendship and family relationships are important.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Learning from mistakes is a minor theme.

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