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Teens · Ages 13–15

The old swimming hole

by Mary Carol Nagel

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1997

A group of friends spends time at an old swimming hole, experiencing summer adventures and navigating their relationships.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

23/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the narrative.

Violence / Gore10

Minor disagreements or playful roughhousing might occur.

Profanity / Language0

The language used by the characters is appropriate.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is featured in the story.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme within this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary or frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the narrative.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this story.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on friendship and summer experiences.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Characters show some bravery in navigating social situations.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a focus of this story.

Love & Friendship60

Friendship and camaraderie are central themes among the characters.

Forgiveness & Redemption30

The story emphasizes enjoying simple moments and relationships.

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