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Teens · Ages 13–16

Earthquake at Dawn (Great Episodes)

by Kristiana Gregory

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1994

This historical fiction novel follows a young girl experiencing the 1906 San Francisco earthquake.

Concern Level

23/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

27/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore30

The story depicts the destruction and chaos of an earthquake.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes are included.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is a theme in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing20

The earthquake itself can be frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the book.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present or affirmed.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Characters show courage and resilience during the disaster.

Faith & Hope10

Faith is not a central theme, but hope is present.

Love & Friendship40

The story highlights family bonds and community support.

Forgiveness & Redemption30

Themes of survival and rebuilding are central.

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