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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

One Fat Summer

by Robert Lipsyte

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1977

A young boy spends a summer at his grandfather's house, dealing with his grandfather's strict rules and his own insecurities.

Concern Level

17/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

17/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Mild discussions about girls and crushes occur.

Violence / Gore20

Some physical altercations and bullying are depicted.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is used.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary or horror elements are present.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The worldview is primarily secular, focusing on personal growth.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

The protagonist shows courage in facing his fears and challenges.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

Family relationships and understanding are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Themes of personal responsibility and learning from mistakes are present.

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