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Teens · Ages 13–16

Looking for Africa

by Derek Reid

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2015

A young boy named Derek travels to Africa with his father, experiencing a new culture and learning about the continent.

Concern Level

10/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

17/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the narrative.

Violence / Gore10

Some descriptions of the environment may be intense.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the author.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some descriptions of wildlife or landscapes may be vivid.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or supernatural elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The book offers a personal perspective on Africa.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Derek shows curiosity and openness to new experiences.

Faith & Hope5

Faith is not a central theme in this travelogue.

Love & Friendship20

The father-son relationship is a key element of the journey.

Forgiveness & Redemption30

The book promotes understanding and appreciation of different cultures.

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