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Laura upside-down cover
Teens · Ages 13–16

Laura upside-down

by Doris Buchanan Smith

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1984

Laura, a young girl, struggles with her identity and her family's expectations after her mother's death.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

11/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

Mild violence occurs during a childhood argument between siblings.

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 suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary or horror elements are present.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Laura shows courage in facing her difficult circumstances.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central theme.

Love & Friendship30

Laura experiences familial love and concern from her aunt.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Some instances of understanding are shown, but not explicit repentance.

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