Clever Ali
by Nancy Farmer
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2006
Ali, a young boy in a futuristic Africa, must navigate a dangerous world to save his family.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Ali faces dangerous situations and physical threats from antagonists.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language or themes are present.
No substance abuse is depicted in the book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are portrayed.
Some tense and suspenseful moments create mild fear.
The story does not involve occult or magical elements.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The world's advanced technology presents a secular viewpoint.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceAli shows great courage in protecting his family and friends.
Christian faith is not a central theme in this narrative.
Ali demonstrates deep love and loyalty to his family.
Themes of grace and mercy are not explicitly explored.
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