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Teens · Ages 13–17

The Great Unexpected

by Sharon Creech

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2012

A young girl named May is sent to live with her aunt and uncle and discovers a series of unexpected events and discoveries.

Concern Level

0/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

9/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the story.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary or frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story explores themes of family and self-discovery.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

May shows resilience in adapting to new circumstances.

Faith & Hope0

Faith is not a central theme in this book.

Love & Friendship30

The development of family relationships is a key element.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

The story does not focus on grace or repentance.

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