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Teens · Ages 13–15

On the banks of the Bayou

by Roger Lea MacBride

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1998

Set in the Louisiana bayou, this story follows a young girl named Margie as she navigates life with her family and learns about the natural world around her.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

15/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

Mild peril occurs when Margie gets lost in the swamp.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.

Scary / Disturbing10

The swamp can be a bit spooky at night.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are explored.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story presents a neutral worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Margie shows courage facing the unknown bayou.

Faith & Hope10

Family faith is implied through daily life.

Love & Friendship30

Margie experiences familial love and connection.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Simple acts of kindness are shown.

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