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Teens · Ages 13–15

Marty comes to town

by Ethel Calvert Phillips

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1935

Marty arrives in a new town and must adapt to his surroundings and make new friends.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

19/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the book.

Violence / Gore10

Some mild social conflict and misunderstandings occur.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the story.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary or horror elements are present.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The story focuses on social integration and friendship.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Marty shows bravery in facing new social situations.

Faith & Hope10

Faith is not a central theme in the narrative.

Love & Friendship30

Friendship and building connections are important.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Understanding and acceptance are key themes.

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