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Teens · Ages 13–16

Make Lemonade

by Virginia Euwer Wolff

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1993

This novel follows the life of Stef, a teenage girl navigating adolescence, family issues, and her first serious relationship. She learns to cope with challenges and find her voice.

Concern Level

9/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

11/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

There are discussions and implications of romantic intimacy.

Violence / Gore5

Some minor conflict or arguments may occur between characters.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No self-harm is depicted in the story.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not intended to be scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The book focuses on personal growth and relationships, not a specific worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Stef shows some courage in facing her challenges.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is absent from the narrative.

Love & Friendship30

Familial love and romantic love are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

There are elements of learning from mistakes and moving forward.

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