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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Shuttered Windows

by Florence Crannell Means

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1938

A young Black girl navigates prejudice and finds her place in a segregated American town during the 1930s.

Concern Level

17/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

21/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore20

Themes of racial tension and discrimination imply potential conflict.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not intended to be scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The narrative addresses the realities of racial inequality in America.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Characters demonstrate resilience and courage in facing adversity.

Faith & Hope10

Some characters may exhibit faith, but it's not central.

Love & Friendship30

Friendship and community support are important themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

The story explores themes of understanding and acceptance.

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