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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Teenage Mermaid

by Ellen Schreiber

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2003

A teenage girl discovers she can transform into a mermaid and must navigate her new life and a potential romance.

Concern Level

32/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

9/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content40

Kissing and romantic tension are present, with some suggestive dialogue.

Violence / Gore10

Mild peril and conflict occur, but no graphic violence.

Profanity / Language10

Some mild profanity may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some moments of suspense related to the supernatural elements.

Occult & Witchcraft20

Mermaid transformations and abilities are central to the plot.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on fantasy and romance, not worldviews.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Characters show courage in adapting to their new circumstances.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

Romantic love and attraction are significant themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No specific themes of grace or repentance are present.

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