Calico bush
by Rachel Field
Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1931
Young Sarah struggles to adapt to life in the harsh wilderness of colonial Maine while helping her family survive.
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 book.
There are descriptions of hardship and the dangers of the wilderness.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
No substance abuse is featured in the narrative.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
The harshness of the environment can be intense.
No occult or witchcraft elements are included.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The worldview reflects the Puritanical society of the time.
Christians are not portrayed negatively in the story.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceSarah shows resilience and courage in difficult circumstances.
Faith and prayer are mentioned as sources of strength.
Family love and mutual support are evident.
Themes of perseverance and enduring hardship are present.
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