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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Dance for the Aina

by Clemence McLaren

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2003

A young girl named Dance embarks on a spiritual journey to understand her connection to the Aina and her heritage.

Concern Level

40/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

29/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

Mild challenges and emotional struggles are depicted.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is absent from the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some introspective moments might feel somber.

Occult & Witchcraft30

The Aina represent a spiritual or ancestral connection.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality50

The story explores indigenous spirituality and cultural identity.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians or God are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Dance shows courage in seeking truth and understanding.

Faith & Hope0

The book focuses on indigenous spiritual beliefs, not Christianity.

Love & Friendship50

Dance's journey is motivated by a search for belonging and connection.

Forgiveness & Redemption40

The story emphasizes self-discovery and cultural preservation.

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