
Beyond Cool
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2007
A teen girl navigates the complexities of popularity, friendship, and family expectations in a suburban setting.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentKissing and mild romantic tension are present between characters.
No violence is depicted in the story.
Mild, infrequent profanity may appear in dialogue.
No blasphemy is present in the book.
Substance use is not a theme in this book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
The story does not contain any scary elements.
Occult or magical themes are absent from the narrative.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The worldview presented is generally mainstream and not overtly non-Christian.
Christians or God are not portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters show courage in facing social pressures and personal challenges.
Faith is not a central theme, but family values are implied.
Friendship and familial love are explored throughout the story.
Moments of understanding and reconciliation occur between characters.
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