Child of fire
by Scott O'Dell
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1974
A young boy named Scott survives a volcanic eruption and must find his way back to his village.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
The eruption of a volcano causes destruction and death.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.
The volcanic eruption and its aftermath are frightening.
No occult or witchcraft elements are included.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story focuses on survival and nature, not a worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceScott shows courage facing the volcano and his journey.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Scott cares for his younger brother during their ordeal.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.
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