Drought
Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1966
A young boy in Jamaica experiences the harsh realities of a severe drought.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this story.
The drought causes hardship and desperation, leading to some conflict.
Some mild language may be present reflecting the setting.
No blasphemous content is found.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
No scary or horror elements are present.
No occult or witchcraft themes are explored.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The worldview is secular, focusing on human resilience and societal issues.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters display resilience and determination in the face of hardship.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Family bonds and community support are important themes.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.
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