In the beginning
by Sam Youd
Age rating: Ages 8–10 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1973
This book retells the biblical account of creation from the Book of Genesis.
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 narrative.
No violence is depicted in this creation account.
No profanity is used in the text.
The text is based on scripture, not blasphemy.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.
The story is not intended to be scary.
The narrative is biblical, not occult.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The book promotes a Christian worldview.
God is portrayed positively as the Creator.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe focus is on creation, not acts of courage.
The book is a direct retelling of biblical creation.
The focus is on God's act of creation, not interpersonal love.
Themes of grace and repentance are not central.
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