The Balancing Girl
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1981
A young girl named Sarah struggles with her identity and her place in the world, finding solace and strength through her faith and family.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Rich
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Rich
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this novel.
The story does not contain any violence.
No profanity is used by the characters.
Blasphemy is absent from the narrative.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are explored.
This book does not depict suicide or self-harm.
The story is not scary or horror-themed.
Occult or witchcraft elements are not present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The book promotes Christian values and a Christian worldview.
Christians are portrayed positively through Sarah's experiences.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceSarah shows courage in facing her personal struggles.
Sarah's true Christian faith is central to her growth and resilience.
Family love and support are important themes.
The narrative emphasizes grace, mercy, and the possibility of repentance.
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