Who owns Kelly Paddik?
by Beth Goobie
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1993
Kelly Paddik is a young girl dealing with difficult family issues and her own insecurities. The story explores themes of identity, belonging, and finding one's voice.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentMild romantic tension and kissing are present.
Some emotional conflict and arguments occur.
Mild profanity, like 'damn,' appears occasionally.
No blasphemous language is used.
Mentions of feeling down and sad exist.
No explicit depiction of suicide or self-harm.
The story is not scary.
Occult themes are not present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are featured.
Explores realistic teen struggles and emotions.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceKelly shows courage in confronting her problems.
Faith is not a significant theme.
Family relationships and friendships are explored.
Themes of self-acceptance and finding strength are central.
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