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Children · Ages 10–12

Bessie and her friends

by Joanna H. Mathews

Age rating: Ages 10–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1868

This collection of stories focuses on the lives and moral lessons of children in the 19th century.

Concern Level

15/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

38/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore10

Mild depictions of childhood struggles and arguments occur.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the book.

Substance Use0

No substance use is shown.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

The stories are not scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality20

A general Christian moral framework is present.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Characters sometimes show bravery in difficult situations.

Faith & Hope30

General Christian morals and values are presented.

Love & Friendship50

Family and community love are depicted.

Forgiveness & Redemption40

Lessons on kindness and good behavior are taught.

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