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Children · Ages 10–14

Blacksmith's song

by Elizabeth Van Steenwyk

Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2013

A young apprentice blacksmith in medieval times faces hardship and discovers his own strength and purpose.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

13/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

Some depictions of hardship and difficult labor occur.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary elements are present.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

The protagonist demonstrates resilience and inner strength.

Faith & Hope0

No specific Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

Themes of dedication to craft and perseverance are present.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Minor themes of overcoming adversity are present.

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