The Alien
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1997
A young girl finds an alien creature and must protect it from discovery.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this alien story.
There are mild threats and chase scenes involving the alien.
No profanity is used by the characters in the book.
No blasphemy is present in the narrative.
No substance abuse is depicted in the story.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
Some scenes may be mildly suspenseful due to discovery fears.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the plot.
LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this alien story.
The worldview is secular, focusing on friendship and protection.
Christians are not specifically portrayed in this secular story.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist shows courage protecting the alien.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Loyalty and protective love for the alien are shown.
Themes of responsibility and empathy are explored.
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