Elijah of Buxton
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2007
Elijah, a young boy living in Buxton, Canada, a settlement for formerly enslaved people, experiences life and learns about freedom and identity.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the narrative.
The realities of slavery and its aftermath are depicted.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are explored.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are explored.
The historical context can be somber but not overtly scary.
No occult or magical elements are featured.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story reflects the historical context of the time.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceElijah shows courage in navigating his world.
Faith and resilience are part of the community's strength.
Family and community love are central themes.
Themes of hope, freedom, and perseverance are strong.
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