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Teens · Ages 13–15

In the company of clowns

by Martha Sherman Bacon

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1973

A young girl named Sarah finds solace and friendship among a group of traveling performers.

Concern Level

0/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

8/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the narrative.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is mentioned.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story contains no scary or horror elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice0

Sarah shows courage in facing her challenges.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central theme.

Love & Friendship50

Sarah develops meaningful friendships with the clowns.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.

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