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Teens · Ages 13–15

Shivery shades of Halloween

by Mary McKenna Siddals

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2014

A young girl named Sarah visits her aunt's house for Halloween and encounters spooky occurrences.

Concern Level

42/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

3/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

Mild peril and suspenseful situations occur throughout the narrative.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters in the book.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes are present.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted in the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are featured.

Scary / Disturbing60

The story features unsettling atmosphere and mild jump scares.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are present in the book.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Sarah shows some bravery facing her fears.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship10

Sarah shows care for her younger brother.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.

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