Why Are You Afraid to Hold My Hand?
by Sheila Dhir
Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1999
A young girl navigates the complexities of friendship and belonging as she moves to a new school.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentMild romantic feelings and hand-holding are present.
Some bullying and social conflict occur.
Profanity is absent from the narrative.
No blasphemy is found in this book.
Substance use is not a theme in this story.
No instances of suicide or self-harm occur.
The content is not scary for readers.
Occult themes are not present in this book.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.
The focus is on social dynamics and empathy.
Christians are not portrayed negatively as they are not present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist shows bravery in social situations.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Friendship and understanding are explored.
No themes of grace or repentance are central.
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