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Next year I'll be special cover
Teens · Ages 13–15

Next year I'll be special

by Patricia Reilly Giff

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1980

A young girl named Annie navigates family life, friendships, and her own feelings in a small town.

Concern Level

0/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

11/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the narrative.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary or frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on everyday life and personal growth.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Annie shows some bravery in dealing with personal challenges.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central theme in the book.

Love & Friendship30

Family relationships and friendships are important elements.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of personal growth are present, not explicit grace.

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