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Teens · Ages 13–17

Ironbark

by Barry Jonsberg

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2010

A teenage boy named Chip struggles with his identity and his place in the world, finding solace and self-discovery in an unexpected friendship.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

13/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

Mild bullying and arguments occur between characters.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story does not contain scary elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The story explores themes of existentialism and self-reliance.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Chip shows courage in facing his insecurities.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship40

Friendship and loyalty are important themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Some instances of empathy are shown between characters.

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