How to be Cool
Age rating: Ages 10–13 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1987
A young boy named Pip navigates the complexities of school and friendship, trying to fit in and be perceived as cool.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentThere is no sexual content in this book.
No violence is depicted in the story.
The characters do not use any profanity.
No blasphemous content is present in the narrative.
Substance use is not a theme in this novel.
The book does not feature suicide or self-harm.
The story is free from scary or horror elements.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the plot.
No LGBTQ+ characters or themes are included.
The focus is on social dynamics, not specific worldviews.
There are no negative portrayals of Christians or God.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presencePip shows some bravery in social situations.
Christian faith is not a focus of this story.
Friendship and loyalty are central to Pip's experiences.
Themes of grace and repentance are not explored.
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