Foster child
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1977
A young foster girl named Star longs for a permanent home and finds a potential family with the Watsons.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Mild peril occurs when Star runs away from her foster home.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.
No scary or horror elements are included.
No occult or witchcraft themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The story focuses on family and belonging, not worldviews.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceStar shows courage in seeking a better life for herself.
Faith is not a central theme, but hope is present.
The desire for love and belonging drives Star's actions.
The concept of forgiveness is subtly explored through relationships.
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