The first hard times
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1983
This novel explores the difficult experiences of a young girl named Sarah as she navigates family struggles and personal challenges.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentMild romantic interest is present between characters.
Some conflict and arguments occur between family members.
Profanity is absent from the dialogue and narrative.
No blasphemy is present in the story.
Substance use is not depicted in this book.
Characters experience emotional distress and sadness.
The book is not scary or frightening.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.
LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this book.
Some characters question societal norms and beliefs.
God and Christians are not a focus of this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceSarah shows courage in facing her difficult circumstances.
True Christian faith is not a central theme.
Family members show care for each other.
Characters learn to cope with hardship.
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