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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Then

by Morris Gleitzman

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2008

A young boy named Morris experiences the Holocaust and its aftermath, focusing on survival and resilience.

Concern Level

75/ 100

Extreme

Virtue Level

39/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore90

Depicts the horrors of the Holocaust and war with graphic detail.

Profanity / Language20

Some mild language may be present in context.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the story.

Substance Use10

Mentions of extreme hardship and desperation may occur.

Suicide & Self-Harm20

Themes of despair and loss are present due to the context.

Scary / Disturbing70

The historical events are inherently terrifying and disturbing.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on human experience during a historical tragedy.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice90

Morris displays extraordinary courage and resilience throughout.

Faith & Hope10

Some characters may express faith or hope in difficult times.

Love & Friendship50

Themes of family love and human connection are central.

Forgiveness & Redemption40

Themes of survival and finding humanity are present.

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