Facts of Life
by Gary Soto
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2008
This novel follows a young Chicano boy navigating adolescence, family, and his identity in California.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSome discussions about sex and teen pregnancy are present.
No significant violence is depicted in the story.
Mild profanity is used sparingly by characters.
No blasphemous content is included in the narrative.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
The story does not contain any scary elements.
No occult or witchcraft themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The narrative focuses on secular life and cultural experiences.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters show resilience in facing life's challenges.
Christian faith is not a central theme in this book.
Family bonds and friendships are explored with care.
Characters learn from mistakes and grow through experience.
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