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Children · Ages 10–13

The joke's on George

by Michael O. Tunnell

Age rating: Ages 10–13 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1993

George is a mischievous boy who loves playing pranks, but his latest joke on his friend leads to unexpected consequences.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

14/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

Minor physical altercations occur between characters.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not intended to be scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or magical elements are absent from the narrative.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview presented is neutral and not overtly non-Christian.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively in this story.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

George shows courage in facing the consequences of his actions.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith elements are not central to the plot.

Love & Friendship30

Friendship and loyalty are explored through George's actions.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

George learns about responsibility and making amends.

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