Johnny and the Dead
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1993
A young boy named Johnny discovers he can see and talk to ghosts, who are unhappy about being forgotten.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the narrative.
No violence is depicted in the story.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
No substance abuse is a theme in the story.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
The presence of ghosts might be slightly eerie for some.
The story features ghosts and the afterlife.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The narrative is humorous and focuses on human connection.
No specific portrayal of Christians is present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceJohnny shows bravery in interacting with the ghosts.
Faith is not a theme in this humorous story.
Johnny's empathy and desire to help the ghosts are evident.
The story explores themes of memory and being remembered.
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