Favorite scary stories of American children
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1994
A collection of scary stories designed to entertain young readers with tales of the supernatural and spooky.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in these stories.
Some stories contain mild peril or frightening situations.
No profanity is used in the narratives.
No blasphemy is present in the stories.
No substance abuse is featured in the plots.
No suicide or self-harm themes are explored.
The stories are intended to be scary for young readers.
Some stories may involve ghosts or supernatural elements.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the stories.
No non-Christian worldview is promoted.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceNo themes of sacrificial courage are central.
No specific Christian faith elements are present.
No themes of self-giving love are central.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.
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