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Teens · Ages 13–16

Song of the slums

by Richard Harland

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2013

This story follows a young girl named Anya living in poverty in the slums, who dreams of a better life.

Concern Level

13/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

17/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the narrative.

Violence / Gore20

Some depictions of hardship and conflict in the slums occur.

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 suicide or self-harm is portrayed.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary or horror elements are included.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes or witchcraft are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is secular, focusing on social injustice and hope.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Anya shows resilience and determination in her difficult circumstances.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

Anya shows love for her family and friends.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Themes of hope and perseverance are present.

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