
The story of May
Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1993
A poignant story about a young girl named May who experiences loss and finds solace and understanding through art and nature.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this sensitive story.
No violence is depicted in the narrative.
No profanity is used in the text.
No blasphemy is present in this introspective novel.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is featured.
No scary or horror elements are included.
No occult or witchcraft themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
Focuses on personal emotional growth and coping.
No negative portrayals of Christians or God are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceMay shows quiet courage in facing her feelings.
No explicit Christian faith elements are central.
Themes of familial love and connection are present.
May finds a form of healing and acceptance.
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