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Teens · Ages 13–17

Sailing for Gold

by Deborah Hopkinson

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2003

This historical novel follows a young woman training for the Olympics in sailing, facing challenges and personal growth along the way.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

23/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Mild romantic interest and hand-holding may occur.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the sailing competition.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the story.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is featured in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary or horror-themed.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.

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 & Sacrifice70

The protagonist shows great courage in facing Olympic challenges.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are central to the narrative.

Love & Friendship30

The protagonist develops strong friendships and support systems.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

The story emphasizes hard work and overcoming setbacks.

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