Yankee Girl
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2004
This novel tells the story of a young African-American girl living in the South during the Civil Rights era.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
The story depicts racial prejudice and some tense situations.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous content is present.
Substance use is not a theme.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.
The historical context of racial tension can be unsettling.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
No non-Christian worldview is promoted.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist and her community show immense courage and resilience.
Faith and community support are present, but not explicitly Christian.
Strong bonds of family and community love are evident.
Characters demonstrate forgiveness and a desire for justice.
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