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Teens · Ages 13–17

Jalopy

by Geraldine McCaughrean

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2003

A young girl named Jalopy travels with her eccentric aunt and uncle in a jalopy, experiencing a series of unusual events.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

5/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the narrative.

Violence / Gore10

Mild peril and some tense situations occur.

Profanity / Language10

Some mild profanity may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes are included.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The book is not scary or frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or supernatural elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes or characters are not present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is generally secular and character-driven.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Jalopy shows resilience and courage in her journey.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central theme.

Love & Friendship20

Familial love and acceptance are depicted.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace or repentance are not prominent.

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