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Teens · Ages 13–15

The bears house

by Marilyn Sachs

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1971

Two children, Sarah and David, find themselves in a peculiar house inhabited by bears.

Concern Level

23/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

15/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore15

Mild peril and suspense occur with the bears.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the narrative.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing30

The bears and the house can be slightly unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes or witchcraft are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on imagination and adventure.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Sarah and David show bravery in an unusual situation.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

Sibling bonds and cooperation are shown.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Curiosity and exploration are encouraged.

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