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Children · Ages 10–14

Bella's rules

by Elissa Haden Guest

Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2013

Bella navigates the complexities of friendship, family, and growing up as she faces new challenges and learns important life lessons.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

12/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the book.

Violence / Gore10

Minor disagreements and conflicts occur between characters.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is absent from the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes are included.

Substance Use0

The story does not depict substance abuse.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

Suicide or self-harm is not a theme in this book.

Scary / Disturbing0

The book is not scary or frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story presents a secular, everyday worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No specific portrayal of Christians or God is present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Bella shows resilience in facing her challenges.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship40

Friendship and family love are important aspects.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace or mercy are not central.

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