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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Up from Jericho Tel

by E. L. Konigsburg

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1986

A young girl named Charlotte discovers a hidden community and a mysterious past in her new town.

Concern Level

17/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

13/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore10

Mild peril and tense situations occur.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance use is featured in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing20

Some atmospheric tension and mystery create unease.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are explored.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this story.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The story explores themes of belonging outside traditional structures.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Charlotte shows bravery in uncovering secrets.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

Loyalty to newfound friends is demonstrated.

Forgiveness & Redemption15

The importance of understanding one's past is explored.

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