
Shifty
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2008
A young boy named Shifty deals with the challenges of poverty, family issues, and finding his place.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSexual content is absent from this story.
Some mild conflict and tense situations occur.
Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.
Blasphemy is absent from the narrative.
Suicide or self-harm is not depicted.
Mental health struggles are not a primary focus.
Scary elements are absent from this realistic novel.
Occult themes are not present in the story.
LGBTQ+ themes are not a prominent part of the narrative.
A non-Christian worldview is not promoted.
Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceShifty demonstrates resilience and courage in difficult circumstances.
True Christian faith elements are absent from the story.
Familial love and the desire for belonging are explored.
Themes of hope and overcoming adversity are present.
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