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Teens · Ages 13–15

Crossing to Salamis

by Jill Paton Walsh

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1977

A young Greek boy named Lykon is separated from his family during a naval battle and must find his way home.

Concern Level

15/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

11/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore20

Lykon witnesses the aftermath of a naval battle and its destruction.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing10

The descriptions of battle aftermath are mildly unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the narrative.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on historical events and personal survival.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Lykon shows courage in navigating his dangerous journey.

Faith & Hope0

The story does not focus on Christian faith or practices.

Love & Friendship20

Lykon's desire to return to his family shows familial love.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

The narrative does not explore themes of grace or repentance.

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