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Teens · Ages 13–16

The time of the fireflies

by Kimberley Griffiths Little

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2014

A young girl named Lily moves to a new town and struggles to make friends, finding solace in the natural world and the memory of her deceased mother.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

20/ 100

Present

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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 emotional sadness is present due to grief.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or supernatural elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on personal emotional growth and connection.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Lily shows quiet resilience in facing her new circumstances.

Faith & Hope0

Faith is not a significant element in the story.

Love & Friendship40

Lily's love for her mother and her desire for friendship are key.

Forgiveness & Redemption30

Themes of healing and finding connection are explored.

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