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Teens · Ages 14–16

Life's One Big Hurdle

by Tricia Springstubb

Age rating: Ages 14–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1988

A teenage girl named Sarah faces challenges and learns about life, love, and growing up in her small town.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

18/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Mild romantic interest is present, but no explicit scenes occur.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the story.

Profanity / Language5

Occasional mild language may be present, but not significant.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is found in the book.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a topic explored in the narrative.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

The book does not feature themes of suicide or self-harm.

Scary / Disturbing0

There are no scary or horror elements in this story.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or supernatural themes are absent from the plot.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ representation is not present in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote non-Christian worldviews.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Sarah shows resilience in facing life's difficulties.

Faith & Hope10

Faith is not a prominent theme, but moral lessons are present.

Love & Friendship30

Themes of friendship and familial love are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Characters learn to forgive and show understanding.

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