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Teens · Ages 13–15

Across the wide river

by Stephanie Reed

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2004

A young girl named Sarah navigates the challenges of life on the Oregon Trail with her family.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

23/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the narrative.

Violence / Gore10

Mild peril and hardship are depicted on the trail.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is absent from the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is used by the characters.

Substance Use0

Substance abuse is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm occur.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some moments of danger on the trail might be tense.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the story.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

God and Christians are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Sarah shows courage facing the hardships of the Oregon Trail.

Faith & Hope20

Family faith and prayer are mentioned as support.

Love & Friendship30

Family love and support are central to the story.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Resilience and perseverance are key themes for Sarah.

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