The Monument
by Gary Paulsen
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1991
A young boy named Ray is tasked with creating a monument to honor the memory of a deceased town elder, leading to introspection and community interaction.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the narrative.
The story deals with death and its impact.
Profanity is not used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is included.
Substance abuse is not a theme.
The book deals with the death of an elder.
The story is not scary.
No occult or magical elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story explores human values and community.
There is no negative portrayal of God or Christians.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceRay shows determination and thoughtfulness in his task.
Community and shared memories are important.
Respect for elders and community bonds are shown.
Themes of remembrance and finding meaning are explored.
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