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Stepping on the Cracks cover
Teens · Ages 13–15

Stepping on the Cracks

by Mary Downing Hahn

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2009

During World War II, a young girl named Maddy befriends a Jewish boy hiding in her town.

Concern Level

23/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

30/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore30

The story touches on the dangers and fear of war.

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 shown.

Scary / Disturbing20

The wartime setting creates some suspense and fear.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story highlights the importance of compassion and bravery.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

Maddy and her family demonstrate significant courage in hiding a fugitive.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central theme.

Love & Friendship60

The story emphasizes selfless love and protection for another.

Forgiveness & Redemption30

The concept of mercy is shown through the characters' actions.

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