Family ties
by Gary Paulsen
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2014
A boy named Arlo Finch navigates the challenges of middle school and a mysterious forest.
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 book.
There are some minor conflicts and arguments.
No profanity is used in the text.
No blasphemous content is included.
No substance use is featured.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
Some elements of the forest may be slightly unsettling.
No occult or magical elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceArlo shows courage in facing school and forest challenges.
No specific Christian faith elements are present.
Arlo's relationships with friends show loyalty.
No themes of grace or repentance are present.
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