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Teens · Ages 14–16

Quaking

by Kathryn Erskine

Age rating: Ages 14–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2007

Quaking tells the story of a young girl dealing with the aftermath of an earthquake and its impact on her family.

Concern Level

23/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

25/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the narrative.

Violence / Gore30

The earthquake itself and its destruction are depicted.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.

Scary / Disturbing20

The earthquake and its aftermath can be intense.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

The protagonist shows strength in coping with trauma.

Faith & Hope10

Faith is not a central element, but hope is present.

Love & Friendship40

Family bonds and support are crucial to healing.

Forgiveness & Redemption30

Themes of recovery and finding peace are explored.

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