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Teens · Ages 13–15

Smoke over Skygak

by Gilbert, Kenneth.

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1951

A young boy named Kaelen must help his village survive a harsh winter and a mysterious smoke that blankets their land.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

11/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

Some mild peril and conflict occur during the survival challenges.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing10

The mysterious smoke creates a sense of unease and danger.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are included.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the narrative.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on practical survival and community, not a specific worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Kaelen shows courage facing the harsh winter and unknown threat.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

Characters show care for their community and family.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

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

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