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Teens · Ages 13–15

Race across New Zealand

by Kim Ostrow

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2003

This is a middle grade adventure novel about a group of kids participating in a race across New Zealand.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

16/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

Mild competition and physical challenges occur during the race.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing5

Some natural challenges in New Zealand might be slightly daunting.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the narrative.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote non-Christian worldviews.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Characters demonstrate courage and perseverance during the race.

Faith & Hope0

No specific Christian faith elements are central to the plot.

Love & Friendship35

Friendship and teamwork are key elements of the story.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

The characters learn about overcoming obstacles and supporting each other.

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