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Teens · Ages 13–15

Laura

by Maxine Trottier

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2000

This historical fiction novel follows a young girl named Laura as she navigates life on the prairie and experiences the challenges of the era.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

21/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

Laura witnesses some violence related to frontier life.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the narrative.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included in the book.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing5

Some mild scary moments occur due to frontier dangers.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview presented is generally neutral and focuses on resilience.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Laura shows courage facing prairie hardships and family challenges.

Faith & Hope10

Faith is implied through resilience, not explicit Christian practice.

Love & Friendship40

Laura experiences familial love and learns about caring for others.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Themes of perseverance and overcoming adversity are present.

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