Squib
by Nina Bawden
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1971
A young boy named David, nicknamed Squib, is sent to live with his aunt and uncle in the countryside during wartime.
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 story.
Some mild peril and fear are depicted during wartime events.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language or themes are present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The threat of war and separation can be unsettling.
No occult or witchcraft elements are included.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceSquib shows some bravery in adapting to new circumstances.
Christian faith is not a central theme in this book.
Some familial affection is shown, but not central.
Themes of resilience are present, but not grace/mercy.
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