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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

You know what you have to do

by Bonnie Shimko

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2013

A young girl named Sarah faces a difficult decision and learns about responsibility and consequences.

Concern Level

9/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

16/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Mild romantic elements are present but not explicit.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the story.

Profanity / Language5

Occasional mild profanity may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is featured.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary or horror elements are present.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are explored.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The worldview is secular, focusing on personal choices.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Sarah demonstrates courage in facing her difficult choice.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

Themes of friendship and familial love are present.

Forgiveness & Redemption30

The story emphasizes learning from mistakes and taking responsibility.

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