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Children · Ages 10–13

Sammy Keyes and the Art of Deception

by Wendelin Van Draanen

Age rating: Ages 10–13 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2003

Sammy Keyes, a resourceful middle schooler, investigates a series of art thefts and discovers a complex deception. She uses her wit and observation skills to uncover the truth.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

5/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

Mild peril occurs during Sammy's investigations.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story contains no frightening or scary elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the plot.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story promotes problem-solving and critical thinking.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Sammy shows courage in confronting difficult situations.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship10

Sammy shows loyalty to her friends.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.

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