Better than you
by Trudy Ludwig
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2011
A young girl named Lily struggles with bullying and learns to stand up for herself and others.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Bullying incidents involve verbal aggression and social exclusion.
Mild, infrequent instances of name-calling occur.
No blasphemous language is used.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The emotional distress from bullying can be upsetting.
No occult or magical elements are featured.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the narrative.
The story focuses on interpersonal relationships and social dynamics.
No negative portrayals of Christians or God are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceLily develops courage to confront her bullies.
Christian faith is not a central theme.
Friendship and standing up for others are key themes.
Themes of empathy and overcoming adversity are present.
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