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Teens · Ages 13–16

Dancing with Dziadziu

by Susan Campbell Bartoletti

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1997

This historical fiction novel follows Anya as she navigates family relationships and cultural traditions in Poland during World War II.

Concern Level

15/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

21/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore20

War and its effects are depicted, including some descriptions of hardship.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes are present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.

Scary / Disturbing10

The backdrop of war creates some tense and unsettling moments.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on family and cultural heritage, not a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Anya shows courage in facing difficult family situations.

Faith & Hope10

Faith is implied through cultural traditions and family resilience.

Love & Friendship40

Love is shown through family bonds and care for one another.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Themes of resilience and enduring hardship are present.

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