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Teens · Ages 13–15

Janie's Private Eyes

by Zilpha Keatley Snyder

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1989

Janie and her friends investigate a series of mysterious events in their small town, uncovering secrets and solving a local puzzle.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

9/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

Mild peril occurs as Janie and her friends investigate.

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 / Disturbing10

Some suspenseful moments arise during the investigation.

Occult & Witchcraft0

The story does not feature occult themes.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the narrative.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story presents a neutral worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Janie shows courage in pursuing the mystery.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a focus of the story.

Love & Friendship30

Friendship and loyalty are demonstrated among the characters.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and mercy are absent.

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