Fourth grade is a jinx
by Colleen O'Shaughnessy McKenna
Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1989
A young girl named Colleen experiences a series of unfortunate events and superstitions during her fourth-grade year, leading to humorous situations.
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 the story.
No violence is depicted in the story.
No profanity is used in the narrative.
No blasphemy is present in the text.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is present.
No scary or horror elements are included.
Superstitious beliefs are a minor theme.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The narrative focuses on everyday childhood experiences.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceColleen shows mild perseverance through her troubles.
No Christian faith elements are present.
Family and friendship relationships are present.
Themes of dealing with minor setbacks are present.
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