Protecting Marie
by Kevin Henkes
Age rating: Ages 9–13 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1995
A young girl named Marie is sent to live with her aunt and uncle and struggles to adjust to her new life.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
No violence is depicted in the story.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm themes are present.
No scary or frightening elements are present.
No occult or witchcraft elements are featured.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story presents a realistic, relatable worldview.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceMarie shows some courage in facing her fears.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Family relationships and emotional support are shown.
No themes of grace or repentance are central.
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