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Teens · Ages 13–17

Look Both Ways

by Jason Reynolds

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2019

This collection of interconnected short stories explores the lives and experiences of high school students navigating everyday challenges.

Concern Level

35/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

23/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content30

Some stories touch on crushes and romantic feelings.

Violence / Gore20

Minor conflicts and arguments occur between characters.

Profanity / Language40

Some characters use mild profanity.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use10

One story briefly mentions a character's struggles with mental health.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

One story touches on a character's suicidal ideation.

Scary / Disturbing0

The stories are grounded in reality, not scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or supernatural elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes20

Some characters explore their identities, including potential LGBTQ+ leanings.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The worldview is secular, focusing on human experience.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not specifically portrayed, positively or negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Characters show courage in facing personal and social challenges.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship50

Friendship and empathy are central themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption30

Understanding and acceptance are explored.

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