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Teens · Ages 13–15

O dilema do bicho-pau

by Angelo B. M. Machado

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1997

A young boy named João struggles with bullying and his identity, finding solace in his imagination and a special friendship.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

5/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

Bullying and teasing occur between students at school.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes are present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story does not contain scary elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

João shows courage in facing his fears and bullies.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central theme in this book.

Love & Friendship20

Friendship and empathy are explored between characters.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and mercy are not explicitly explored.

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