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Teens · Ages 13–17

The girls in the circle

by Nikki Giovanni

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2004

This collection of poems explores the experiences and emotions of young Black girls.

Concern Level

25/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

12/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Some poems touch on mature themes and relationships.

Violence / Gore10

Some poems may allude to societal violence or hardship.

Profanity / Language5

Mild language may appear in some poems.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No themes of substance use are present.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

Some poems might touch on feelings of sadness or despair.

Scary / Disturbing0

The poems are not intended to be scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are included.

Sexuality & Gender Themes30

The poems explore the experiences of young Black girls.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The poems offer a perspective on societal issues.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

The poems often convey strength and resilience.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

Themes of sisterhood and self-love are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

The focus is on personal expression and experience.

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