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Teens · Ages 13–17

Birrung

by Jackie French

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2015

In ancient Australia, Birrung, a young Aboriginal girl, faces the challenges of survival and learns about her heritage.

Concern Level

23/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

12/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the book.

Violence / Gore20

Mild peril and conflict arise from the harsh natural environment.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the narrative.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included in the story.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing30

The natural dangers of the Australian bush can be mildly frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story presents an indigenous worldview, not a non-Christian one.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Birrung shows courage in facing the wilderness and its dangers.

Faith & Hope0

The book does not focus on Christian faith or practices.

Love & Friendship30

Family bonds and community support are shown as important.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and repentance are not central to the story.

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