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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

The Solid Gold Kid

by Norma Fox Mazer

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1977

Two siblings, a girl named Margo and her younger brother, navigate a difficult summer after their parents' separation.

Concern Level

17/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

27/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content20

Some mild romantic interest and kissing are described.

Violence / Gore10

There are some arguments and emotional conflict.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is realistic and not scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are included.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The worldview is secular and focuses on human relationships.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Margo shows strength in dealing with her family's issues.

Faith & Hope0

Faith is not a significant theme in this book.

Love & Friendship60

Sibling love and familial bonds are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption30

Themes of understanding and reconciliation are present.

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