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Teens · Ages 11–15

Where heroes hide

by Helen Recorvits

Age rating: Ages 11–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2002

A young boy named Kenji searches for his missing father during a time of war. He encounters various people and learns about resilience and hope.

Concern Level

15/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

23/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore20

The backdrop of war implies conflict and hardship.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes appear.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is a theme in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some tense situations arise due to the war.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No Christians or God are portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Kenji displays courage in his search for his father.

Faith & Hope0

Faith is not a central theme or explicitly mentioned.

Love & Friendship40

Kenji's love for his father drives the narrative.

Forgiveness & Redemption30

The story highlights resilience and the importance of hope.

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