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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

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by Ben Mikaelsen

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1996

A group of teenagers on a wilderness survival trip face a dangerous situation when their instructor disappears, forcing them to rely on each other.

Concern Level

43/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

24/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this survival story.

Violence / Gore50

The teens face dangerous animals and harsh environmental threats.

Profanity / Language20

Some mild profanity may be present due to stress.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is present.

Scary / Disturbing40

The wilderness setting and dangerous situations create tension.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on human resilience and problem-solving.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

The teenagers demonstrate courage and resourcefulness to survive.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship40

The teens learn to support and care for each other.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

There are themes of learning from mistakes and perseverance.

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