Like Vanessa
by Tami Charles
Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2018
Vanessa, a young Black girl, navigates the challenges of growing up in the 1980s, dealing with family, friendships, and finding her voice.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSome mild romantic interest and crushes may be present.
Social challenges and emotional difficulties are depicted.
Very mild or no profanity is present.
No blasphemous language is included.
Substance abuse is not a theme in this book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
This book does not contain scary elements.
Occult or magical themes are absent.
Themes of identity and self-discovery are central.
The focus is on personal growth and historical context.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceVanessa shows courage in expressing herself and navigating challenges.
Christian faith is not a prominent theme in this story.
Family relationships and friendships are central to the narrative.
Themes of self-acceptance and finding one's voice are present.
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