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Teens · Ages 13–16

El circo

by Lourdes Urrea

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2003

A young girl named Sofia experiences life in a traveling circus in Spain and navigates its unique community.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

12/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the book.

Violence / Gore10

Mild challenges and interpersonal conflicts occur.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is absent from the text.

Blasphemy0

The story does not contain any blasphemous content.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing10

The narrative is generally light and not frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

The story is realistic and free of occult themes.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are absent from the story.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview focuses on community, resilience, and finding one's place.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians or God are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Sofia shows bravery in adapting to her new environment.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central theme in the book.

Love & Friendship40

The bonds within the circus community are emphasized.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

The story does not focus on themes of grace or repentance.

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