Away in the wilderness
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1800
A young boy named Ralph is stranded in the wilderness and must learn to survive using his wits and the resources around him.
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 this story.
Some mild peril and danger are described in the wilderness setting.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
No substance use is depicted in the narrative.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The wilderness setting can be mildly intimidating at times.
No occult or supernatural elements are featured.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The narrative focuses on practical survival skills.
No negative portrayals of Christians or God are included.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceRalph shows courage facing the challenges of the wild.
Faith is not a central theme or explicit element.
Focus is on self-reliance rather than selfless love.
Themes of grace and repentance are absent.
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