Just a bad day
by Gina Mayer
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1995
A young girl named Sarah experiences a difficult day at school where she faces bullying and feels isolated.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Bullying involves verbal taunts and social exclusion.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.
Sarah's feelings of isolation and distress create emotional tension.
No occult elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story focuses on interpersonal relationships and school dynamics.
No specific religious groups are portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceSarah finds inner strength to cope with her difficult day.
Faith is not a theme in this book.
Sarah's desire for connection and friendship is evident.
The hope for a better day and resolution is implied.
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