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Children · Ages 10–14

Dead guys talk

by Barbara M. Joosse

Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2006

When a group of kids discovers that the dead can talk, they find themselves embroiled in a mystery involving a ghost and a hidden treasure, leading to spooky adventures.

Concern Level

25/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

5/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the narrative.

Violence / Gore10

Mild peril and suspense are present during the mystery.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing30

The presence of ghosts and spooky situations creates mild scares.

Occult & Witchcraft20

The story features ghosts and communication with the dead.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The worldview includes supernatural elements without a specific religious context.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

The children show bravery in investigating the mystery.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship10

Friendship and teamwork are important.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and mercy are absent.

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