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Teens · Ages 13–17

The little ark

by Jan De Hartog

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1953

A group of refugees flees the Netherlands during a flood, seeking safety on a ship.

Concern Level

23/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

55/ 100

Rich

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore20

The flood itself causes significant destruction and loss of life.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the narrative.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are portrayed.

Scary / Disturbing30

The overwhelming flood and its destructive power create a scary atmosphere.

Occult & Witchcraft0

The story does not contain any occult elements.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on human resilience and faith, not a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively in this narrative.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

Characters demonstrate courage by facing the flood and seeking survival.

Faith & Hope60

Faith is a significant theme, with characters praying and trusting God.

Love & Friendship50

Characters show compassion and care for each other during the crisis.

Forgiveness & Redemption40

The narrative implies themes of divine providence and mercy.

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