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Teens · Ages 13–15

Sink or swim

by Sarah Mlynowski

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2013

A teenage girl navigates a summer job at a water park, dealing with difficult coworkers and a budding romance.

Concern Level

15/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

3/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content20

Mild romantic tension and kissing occur between characters.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the narrative.

Profanity / Language10

Minimal, mild profanity may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance use is featured in the plot.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is realistic and not scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are included.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on typical teenage experiences.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice0

Characters show courage in facing social challenges.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

Friendship and early romantic feelings are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

The story emphasizes navigating social situations.

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