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Teens · Ages 13–15

The kid comes back

by Tunis, John Roberts

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1946

A young boy named Tunis returns home after a period of absence, facing the challenges of reintegration and family dynamics.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

16/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

Some mild peril and conflict occur between characters.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes are present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story does not contain scary or horror elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are explored.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians and God are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Tunis shows some courage in facing his return.

Faith & Hope10

Faith is not a central theme or explicitly mentioned.

Love & Friendship30

Family love and reconciliation are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption15

Forgiveness is a subtle undercurrent in family interactions.

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