Canalboat to freedom
by Thomas Fall
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1966
A young boy named Jedidiah escapes slavery and journeys north on a canal boat, seeking freedom and encountering various people.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentAbsence of sexual content is noted.
The harsh realities of slavery and potential dangers are depicted.
No profanity is present in the text.
No blasphemous content is included.
Substance use is not a theme in this book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
Some tense and potentially frightening situations arise.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The book does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceJedidiah demonstrates immense courage in seeking freedom.
Faith may be a source of hope for characters.
Acts of kindness and compassion are shown by some characters.
The pursuit of freedom implies a desire for a better life.
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