The Alfred summer
by Jan Slepian
Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1980
Two young siblings, Alfred and his sister, navigate a challenging summer in their new town.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Some arguments and tense situations occur between characters.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
Substance abuse is not a theme in this book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
The story does not contain scary or horror elements.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the narrative.
LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this book.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
Christians and God are not portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe siblings show courage in adapting to new surroundings.
Christian faith is not a prominent theme.
The love and support between siblings are central.
Characters learn to forgive and understand each other.
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