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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Malka Mai

by Mirjam Pressler

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2002

Malka Mai, a young Jewish girl, flees Nazi-occupied Poland and endures a perilous journey across Europe to find safety and reunite with her family.

Concern Level

47/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

45/ 100

Rich

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore60

The story depicts the horrors of war and persecution.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the narrative.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

Despair is present, but not explicit self-harm.

Scary / Disturbing30

The historical context can be frightening and intense.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes or practices are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The narrative focuses on human resilience and faith.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice80

Malka Mai displays immense courage throughout her ordeal.

Faith & Hope40

Jewish faith and traditions are a source of strength.

Love & Friendship60

Family love and the desire for reunion are central.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Hope and perseverance are key themes.

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