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Children · Ages 10–13

In the Yard

by Dana Meachen Rau

Age rating: Ages 10–13 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2001

A young girl named Lily finds a mysterious box in her backyard that leads her on an adventure to discover its secrets.

Concern Level

0/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

3/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore0

There is no violence depicted in the book.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes are included.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm occur.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary or frightening for readers.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the narrative.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in the book.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians and God are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Lily shows courage in exploring the unknown box.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith elements are not present in the story.

Love & Friendship10

Lily shows love for her family and friends.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and mercy are not explored.

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