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Teens · Ages 13–16

Francie

by Karen English

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1999

Francie, a young girl in 1940s California, navigates family life and her own developing identity.

Concern Level

10/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

11/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Mild romantic interest and awareness of attraction are present.

Violence / Gore10

Some family conflict and emotional tension occur.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

Francie experiences moments of sadness and uncertainty.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story contains no scary elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

A realistic portrayal of American life in the 1940s is shown.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christianity is not a significant element.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Francie shows quiet determination in her life.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

Family love and relationships are central themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of understanding and acceptance emerge.

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