The Scream
by Joan Aiken
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2002
A young girl named Dido experiences unsettling events and strange occurrences in her new home.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Mild peril and threats occur, but no graphic violence.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language or themes are present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.
The atmosphere is suspenseful and occasionally eerie.
No occult or witchcraft elements are featured.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceDido shows bravery in facing unsettling situations.
Christian faith is not a central theme.
Some familial affection is shown, but not central.
Themes of grace and mercy are absent.
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