Tomboy
by Norma Klein
Age rating: Ages 14–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1980
A young girl named Alex struggles with her identity and societal expectations of femininity.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSome discussion of romantic feelings and crushes occurs.
No violence is depicted in the story.
Mild language may be present in dialogue.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
Substance use is not a theme in this book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The story is not scary or frightening.
Occult or magical elements are absent from the narrative.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The book does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceAlex shows some bravery in challenging norms.
True Christian faith is not a focus of the story.
Self-giving love is not a primary theme.
Grace, mercy, and repentance are not explored.
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