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Teens · Ages 13–15

The Dolphin Crossing

by Jill Paton Walsh

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1967

Two children, a brother and sister, are separated during wartime and try to find each other.

Concern Level

30/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

23/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore40

The story depicts the harsh realities of war and displacement.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance use is shown in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm themes are explored.

Scary / Disturbing20

The wartime setting can be unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The book does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

The children display immense courage and resilience.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship60

The deep love between the siblings is central.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.

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