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Children · Ages 8–12

Cowboy Sam and the fair

by Edna Walker Chandler

Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1953

A young boy named Sam learns about responsibility and community during a county fair in this classic children's story.

Concern Level

0/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

8/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the story.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance use is featured in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary or horror elements are included.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality0

No non-Christian worldview is promoted.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Sam shows courage in facing his responsibilities at the fair.

Faith & Hope5

Faith is a subtle background element, not central to the plot.

Love & Friendship15

Community spirit and helping others are shown.

Forgiveness & Redemption5

Simple lessons on responsibility are conveyed.

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