Words of Stone
by Kevin Henkes
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1992
A young girl named May deals with the aftermath of a tragic event and finds solace and connection through art and friendship.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the narrative.
The story alludes to a past tragic event involving violence.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
Substance use is not depicted in the book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.
The story is not scary or horror-themed.
No occult or witchcraft elements are featured.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceMay shows quiet courage in facing her grief.
Christian faith elements are absent from the narrative.
Friendship and empathy are central to the story's resolution.
Themes of grace and repentance are not explored.
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