What Momma left me
by Renée Watson
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2010
After her mother's death, a young girl named Maya grapples with grief, anger, and finding her place.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentThere are mild allusions to romantic relationships.
Maya experiences emotional turmoil and conflict.
Some mild profanity may be present.
No blasphemous language is used.
The story deals with the aftermath of death.
Maya experiences intense emotional distress and anger.
This is not a scary or horror-themed book.
Occult or magical elements are absent.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the narrative.
The worldview is secular, focusing on personal coping.
Christians are not featured or portrayed.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceMaya shows courage in facing her difficult emotions.
Christian faith is not a central theme.
Maya learns to connect with her family and friends.
The story touches on processing loss and finding support.
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