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Teens · Ages 13–16

Out of the Wild

by Sarah Beth Durst

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2008

A young girl named Lyra is stranded in a magical forest and must find her way home.

Concern Level

26/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

11/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore20

Lyra faces dangerous creatures and perilous situations.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing15

Some forest creatures and situations are frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft30

The forest is filled with magical creatures and enchantments.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The magic system is central, not tied to a specific faith.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians or God are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Lyra demonstrates significant courage in the wild.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present in the narrative.

Love & Friendship20

Lyra's desire to return home shows love for her family.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

The story does not focus on themes of grace or repentance.

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