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Children · Ages 10–13

Sidekicks

by Dan Santat

Age rating: Ages 10–13 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2011

A young superhero named Hank struggles to balance his ordinary life with his extraordinary abilities.

Concern Level

22/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

17/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore30

There are action sequences involving superhero battles and peril.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in this book.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in this book.

Substance Use0

No substance use is present in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is present in this book.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some peril in action scenes may be mildly intense for younger readers.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are present in this book.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on superhero tropes and personal growth, not a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present in this book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Hank demonstrates courage in using his powers to help others.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present in this book.

Love & Friendship30

Hank's desire to protect others shows a form of selfless love.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

The story emphasizes responsibility and self-discovery, not grace or repentance.

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