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Teens · Ages 13–16

Charlie's Raven

by Jean Craighead George

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2004

A young girl named Jean befriends a wild raven and learns about nature and survival in the wilderness.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

14/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

Some scenes depict the harshness of nature and animal struggles.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

Substance abuse is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing10

The wild setting can present some tense situations.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the narrative.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story celebrates the natural world.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians or God are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Jean shows courage in her interactions with the raven.

Faith & Hope5

Respect for nature is a key value.

Love & Friendship25

The bond between Jean and the raven is central.

Forgiveness & Redemption15

Learning and understanding the natural world are emphasized.

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