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Teens · Ages 13–15

Water Street

by Patricia Reilly Giff

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2006

This story follows a young girl named Sarah as she navigates family challenges and finds strength in her community on Water Street.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

16/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is depicted in Sarah's life on Water Street.

Violence / Gore10

Mild conflict and emotional distress are present but not graphic.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is absent from the dialogue in this story.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is found in the narrative.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

This book contains no scary or horror elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this story.

Worldview & Spirituality5

The worldview is generally positive and community-focused.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not specifically featured in this narrative.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Sarah shows quiet resilience in facing her family's difficulties.

Faith & Hope10

Family and community support are emphasized, with some moral undertones.

Love & Friendship30

Love within the family and community is a central theme.

Forgiveness & Redemption15

The story highlights overcoming hardship and finding support.

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