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Teens · Ages 13–15

Zoey speaks out

by Katherine Applegate

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1996

Zoey, a shy middle schooler, finds her voice when she witnesses bullying and decides to speak out against it.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

9/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

Bullying is depicted as a significant conflict between students.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story does not contain scary or horror elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the narrative.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on relatable school issues, not worldviews.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Zoey shows courage by speaking up against injustice.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith elements like prayer or scripture are absent.

Love & Friendship20

Friendship and empathy are shown between characters.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace or mercy are not central to the plot.

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