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Teens · Ages 13–16

Sand dollar summer

by Kimberly Jones

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2006

Sand Dollar Summer is a coming-of-age story about a girl named Ellie who spends a summer at the beach, dealing with family issues and discovering her own identity.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

9/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Mild romantic interest and kissing are present.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in Sand Dollar Summer.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the story.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in this book.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is featured.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary or horror elements are in this book.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality0

No non-Christian worldview is promoted.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Ellie shows courage in navigating family conflicts.

Faith & Hope0

No specific Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

Ellie's relationships with family and friends are central.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

The story explores themes of self-discovery and resilience.

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