The Wave
Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1964
A young boy named Thomas experiences a powerful and mysterious wave that changes his perspective on life.
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 the story.
No violence is depicted in the story.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemy is present in the narrative.
No substance abuse is a theme.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
The wave's power and mystery can be unsettling.
No occult or witchcraft themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The story explores existential questions about life and death.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThomas shows a quiet courage in facing the unknown.
Faith is not a central theme for Thomas.
Familial love is present but not central.
Themes of acceptance and understanding are present.
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