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Teens · Ages 13–16

Sarah and the People of Sand River

by W. D. Valgardson

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1996

A young boy named Thomas moves with his family to a remote community and learns about their unique ways of life.

Concern Level

15/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

17/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

Mild peril and challenging situations may occur.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is absent from the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is featured.

Substance Use0

The story does not involve substance abuse.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The book is not scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in the narrative.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The story explores a specific cultural worldview, not necessarily Christian.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

God or Christians are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Thomas shows courage in adapting to a new environment.

Faith & Hope10

The narrative does not focus on Christian faith.

Love & Friendship30

Family relationships and community bonds are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of understanding and acceptance are present.

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