Boy of Philadelphia
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1955
A young boy named Peter navigates the challenges of growing up in Philadelphia during the American Revolution, facing personal growth and historical events.
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 the story.
Some historical violence related to the Revolution is depicted.
No profanity is used in the narrative.
No blasphemy is present in the text.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is present.
No scary or horror elements are included.
No occult or witchcraft themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The narrative promotes American ideals of the time.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presencePeter shows courage facing wartime challenges and personal fears.
Faith is a background element, not a central theme.
Familial love and friendship are important themes.
Themes of resilience and perseverance are present.
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