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Teens · Ages 14–16

Maria

by Thea Dubelaar

Age rating: Ages 14–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1982

Maria, a young girl in a Dutch village, experiences the challenges and joys of life during wartime. She learns about resilience and community.

Concern Level

38/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

19/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore50

Depicts the hardships and dangers of wartime.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm themes are included.

Scary / Disturbing30

Some scenes may be unsettling due to the war context.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

No non-Christian worldview is promoted.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Maria shows strength and resilience during difficult times.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

Family and community bonds are important themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Themes of survival and hope are explored.

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