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Teens · Ages 13–17

I Managed a Monster (Surfers)

by Lesley Howarth

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2000

A teenage girl named Sarah struggles with fitting in at a new school and discovers a hidden talent for surfing.

Concern Level

9/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

9/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Mild romantic interest and kissing are depicted.

Violence / Gore10

Some minor conflicts and arguments occur at school.

Profanity / Language5

Minimal, mild profanity may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is used.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not depicted in the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary or frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult themes are absent from the narrative.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality5

The focus is on peer relationships and personal growth.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Sarah finds courage to try new things and stand up for herself.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central theme.

Love & Friendship20

Friendship and budding romantic interest are present.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

The narrative does not focus on grace or repentance.

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