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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

Switching Channels

by Michael Thomas Ford

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1998

A gay teenager navigates high school, friendships, and the complexities of coming out in the late 1990s.

Concern Level

73/ 100

Extreme

Virtue Level

15/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content50

Some discussions and implied romantic/sexual situations occur.

Violence / Gore10

Mild conflict and arguments happen between characters.

Profanity / Language30

Some instances of mild profanity are present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is used in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary or frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are not present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes90

The protagonist is gay, and LGBTQ+ themes are central.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The narrative reflects a secular teen worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

The protagonist shows courage in being true to himself.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this novel.

Love & Friendship50

Romantic relationships and friendships are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and repentance are absent from the plot.

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