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Teens · Ages 14–16

ME AND FAT GLENDA

by Lila Perl Yerkow

Age rating: Ages 14–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1979

A teenage girl named Brenda navigates friendship, self-esteem, and social pressures in the late 1970s.

Concern Level

13/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

9/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content15

Mild discussions of crushes and romantic interests occur.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the story.

Profanity / Language10

Some mild, infrequent profanity may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included in the narrative.

Substance Use0

Themes of suicide or self-harm are not present.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story does not contain any scary elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the book.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes and representation are not present.

Worldview & Spirituality5

The worldview is secular, focusing on personal growth.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice15

Brenda shows courage in confronting her insecurities.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a significant element in the story.

Love & Friendship20

Friendship and familial love are important themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Characters learn to be more understanding and accepting.

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