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Teens · Ages 13–15

When Martha's away

by Bruce Ingman

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1995

This story follows a child who is left in the care of someone else, experiencing a change in routine and environment.

Concern Level

0/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

17/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the narrative.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is absent from the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is used.

Substance Use0

Substance abuse is not a theme.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

Suicide or self-harm is not addressed.

Scary / Disturbing0

The book contains no scary or horror elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are not present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

God and Christians are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

The child learns to adapt to new circumstances.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme.

Love & Friendship40

Relationships with caregivers and family are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Themes of acceptance and finding comfort in new situations are present.

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