The earth, my butt, and other big, round things
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2003
A teenage girl named Amanda navigates family issues, her identity, and her first romantic feelings.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentKissing and discussions of attraction are present.
No violence is depicted in the story.
Mild profanity may be present.
No blasphemous language is used.
No substance use is featured.
Some discussion of emotional distress is present.
The story is realistic, not scary.
No occult or magical elements are present.
The protagonist explores her sexuality and attraction to girls.
The story explores secular views on identity and relationships.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceAmanda shows courage in exploring her identity.
No Christian faith elements are present.
Exploration of romantic and familial love is central.
Themes of self-acceptance are present.
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