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Teens · Ages 13–16

Sue Barton, senior nurse

by Helen Dore Boylston

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1937

A young woman begins her training as a nurse during a challenging period in a hospital.

Concern Level

16/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

37/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore20

The realities of illness and injury are depicted in a medical context.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted in the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing10

The hospital setting and patient conditions can be somber.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.

Worldview & Spirituality5

The story focuses on professionalism and duty, not a specific worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayal of God or Christians is present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

Sue Barton shows courage in facing difficult medical situations.

Faith & Hope10

Faith is not a central theme in this story.

Love & Friendship60

Compassion and care for patients are demonstrated by the nurses.

Forgiveness & Redemption40

Dedication and service to others are prominent virtues.

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