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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Whistling Jack

by Linda Newbery

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1997

Whistling Jack is a story about a boy's experiences and growing up in a specific time and place.

Concern Level

17/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

9/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Some mild romantic feelings may be present.

Violence / Gore20

There may be depictions of social conflict or hardship.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity might appear in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is included.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary or frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The story reflects the societal norms of its setting.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Characters face challenges and strive to overcome them.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central theme.

Love & Friendship20

Friendship and family relationships are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace or repentance are absent.

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