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Teens · Ages 13–15

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

22/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

27/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

Absence of sexual content is noted.

Violence / Gore30

The harsh realities of slavery and potential dangers are depicted.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some tense and potentially frightening situations arise.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The book 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 & Sacrifice70

Jedidiah demonstrates immense courage in seeking freedom.

Faith & Hope10

Faith may be a source of hope for characters.

Love & Friendship30

Acts of kindness and compassion are shown by some characters.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

The pursuit of freedom implies a desire for a better life.

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