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Teens · Ages 13–15

Budding Star

by Annie Dalton

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2004

A young girl named Lily discovers her talent for singing and pursues her dream of becoming a performer, facing challenges along the way.

Concern Level

10/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

27/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore10

Minor conflicts and disagreements occur.

Profanity / Language10

Minimal profanity may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in this book.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is mentioned.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The worldview is generally positive and secular.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Lily demonstrates courage in pursuing her singing dream.

Faith & Hope5

Faith is not a central theme in this story.

Love & Friendship40

Lily experiences supportive relationships and self-belief.

Forgiveness & Redemption30

The story emphasizes hard work and perseverance.

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