Stay away from the junkyard!
by Tricia Tusa
Age rating: Ages 8–10 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1988
A group of children ventures into a forbidden junkyard, encountering strange sights and sounds, and learning a valuable lesson about curiosity and consequences.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
No violence is depicted in the story.
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.
The junkyard setting creates mild suspense and unease.
The story does not involve occult themes.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The narrative focuses on childhood adventure and learning.
No negative portrayals of Christians or God are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe children show some bravery in exploring.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Friendship and shared adventure are depicted.
Lessons about curiosity, rules, and consequences are learned.
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