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Teens · Ages 13–15

Sammy Keyes and the skeleton man

by Wendelin Van Draanen

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1998

Young detective Sammy Keyes investigates a series of strange occurrences at a desert camp, including a mysterious 'Skeleton Man'.

Concern Level

23/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

21/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore20

Mild peril and chase scenes occur.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing30

The 'Skeleton Man' and some situations are mildly spooky.

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 Christians or God are portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Sammy shows bravery in pursuing the mystery.

Faith & Hope0

Faith is not a theme in this mystery.

Love & Friendship30

Friendship is shown among the campers.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

The focus is on solving the mystery, not forgiveness.

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