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Teens · Ages 13–16

The Big Wave

by Pearl S. Buck

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1947

A young Japanese boy, Taro, faces the devastating power of a tsunami and learns about life and death.

Concern Level

42/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

37/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore50

The tsunami causes widespread destruction and death.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the text.

Substance Use0

No suicide or self-harm is mentioned.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is mentioned.

Scary / Disturbing30

The tsunami's aftermath can be frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality20

A Buddhist-influenced worldview is present regarding life and death.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Taro shows courage in facing the disaster and loss.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship50

Love for family and community is evident.

Forgiveness & Redemption70

Themes of acceptance of fate and life's cycles are central.

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