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Tales from the hood cover
Teens · Ages 13–17

Tales from the hood

by Michael Buckley

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2008

This book is a collection of scary stories designed to thrill and entertain young readers.

Concern Level

65/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

2/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore40

The stories contain descriptions of frightening events and peril.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing80

The primary focus of the book is on creating fear and suspense.

Occult & Witchcraft30

Some stories may involve supernatural or unsettling elements.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The stories are fictional and focus on genre elements.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Characters may face frightening situations, but courage is not a focus.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship0

No themes of self-giving love are present.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

The book is focused on entertainment through fear, not moral lessons.

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