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Teens · Ages 13–17

Yossel's journey

by Kathryn Lasky

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2008

A young Jewish boy named Yossel experiences the hardships and hopes of life during a tumultuous historical period.

Concern Level

22/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

15/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore30

Depicts historical hardships and some difficult situations.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some historical events may be unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present in the story.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote non-Christian worldviews.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Yossel demonstrates courage and perseverance.

Faith & Hope10

Cultural and religious traditions are present.

Love & Friendship20

Family bonds and community support are shown.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of hope and survival are present.

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