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Teens · Ages 13–15

The Purim surprise

by Lesley Simpson

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2003

This story centers around a family preparing for and celebrating the Jewish holiday of Purim, with a surprise element adding to the festivities.

Concern Level

3/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

10/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this holiday story.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the Purim celebration.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is absent from this festive book.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in this story.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

Suicide or self-harm is not addressed here.

Scary / Disturbing0

This book does not contain any scary elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are not present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are absent from this holiday story.

Worldview & Spirituality5

The worldview is rooted in Jewish tradition and celebration.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice5

Family members show effort in preparing for the holiday.

Faith & Hope5

Faith is expressed through observance of Jewish traditions.

Love & Friendship20

Family love and community spirit are evident.

Forgiveness & Redemption15

Joy and togetherness are celebrated in this story.

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