Somewhere in Africa
Age rating: Ages 14–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1991
A young girl named Sarah is sent to live with relatives in Africa and experiences cultural differences and personal growth.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the narrative.
There are mentions of historical conflict and hardship.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.
No scary or horror elements are present.
No occult or witchcraft elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The story explores different cultural and religious practices.
Sarah and her African relatives are portrayed with respect.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceSarah shows resilience adapting to a new environment.
Elements of local African spirituality are present.
Sarah forms connections with her new family and community.
The story touches on empathy and understanding differences.
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