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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Shirt and shoes not required

by Todd Strasser

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2007

A group of teenagers grapples with the consequences of a prank gone wrong, leading to serious repercussions and personal growth.

Concern Level

25/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

27/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Mild romantic interest is present.

Violence / Gore20

The prank has some disruptive and potentially harmful elements.

Profanity / Language30

Some profanity is present in the dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the story.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary elements are present.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The worldview is secular, focusing on peer dynamics.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Characters show courage in facing their mistakes.

Faith & Hope0

Faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship30

Friendship and loyalty are tested and shown.

Forgiveness & Redemption50

Themes of responsibility and learning from mistakes are central.

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