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Teens · Ages 13–15

The secret shofar of Barcelona

by Jacqueline Dembar Greene

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2009

A young girl discovers a magical shofar in Barcelona that holds the key to her family's past.

Concern Level

17/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

11/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the narrative.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some mild suspense surrounds the mystery of the shofar.

Occult & Witchcraft20

The shofar has magical properties, but not occult in nature.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The story has a Jewish cultural and historical context.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

The protagonist shows bravery in uncovering family secrets.

Faith & Hope20

The story has Jewish cultural and historical religious elements.

Love & Friendship10

Family bonds and loyalty are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.

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