"Buy an orange, sir?", or, The history of Jamie Woodford
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1861
The story of Jamie Woodford, a young boy who learns the value of hard work and honesty through selling oranges.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this historical story.
No violence is depicted in Jamie's story of selling oranges.
No profanity is used in this 19th-century narrative.
No blasphemy is present in this story about honesty.
No substance use is featured in this historical tale.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted in this story.
No scary or horror elements are present in this book.
No occult or witchcraft themes are present in this story.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this historical narrative.
No non-Christian worldview is promoted in this story.
No Christians or God are portrayed negatively in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceJamie shows determination in his efforts to sell oranges.
Moral lessons about work and honesty are central.
Kindness from others helps Jamie in his endeavors.
The story promotes diligence and integrity in work.
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