The new kid
by Lisa DeMauro
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2007
A new student struggles to fit in at a high school filled with cliques and social pressures.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentImplied romantic relationships and kissing occur between teens.
Some verbal bullying and social conflict occur.
Minimal, mild profanity may be present.
No blasphemy is present in the story.
No substance use is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is featured.
Some social anxiety and tension are present.
No occult or witchcraft themes are included.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The worldview is secular, focusing on high school dynamics.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist shows courage in adapting to a new environment.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Friendship and the search for belonging are explored.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.
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