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Teens · Ages 13–17

Once upon a Christmas

by Roberta Simpson

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2009

A heartwarming holiday story about finding love and family during Christmas.

Concern Level

3/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

24/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content5

Mild romantic tension and kissing occur between adult characters.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is present in this story.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

This is a cozy, non-scary story.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story promotes traditional values and family.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Characters show courage in facing personal challenges.

Faith & Hope20

Christmas traditions and a sense of faith are present.

Love & Friendship40

Love develops between the main adult characters.

Forgiveness & Redemption30

Kindness and second chances are themes in the story.

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