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Children · Ages 10–14

Clara joins the circus

by Michael J. Pellowski

Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1981

A young boy named Clara experiences the excitement and challenges of joining a traveling circus.

Concern Level

10/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

21/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this circus story.

Violence / Gore10

Minor accidents or roughhousing may occur in the circus setting.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the narrative.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some aspects of circus life might be slightly intimidating.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

A secular, adventurous worldview is presented.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No religious figures or themes are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Clara shows courage in adapting to a new environment.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are present in this book.

Love & Friendship40

Friendship and camaraderie develop among circus performers.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Some lessons about perseverance and overcoming mistakes are shown.

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