Gunpowder for Boonesborough
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1965
A young frontiersman joins Daniel Boone's expedition to establish a settlement in Kentucky.
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 depicted in the narrative.
Encounters with Native Americans and wild animals involve conflict.
No profanity is used by the characters.
The story does not contain blasphemy.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
Some peril from the wilderness and conflict exists.
The story does not feature occult themes.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters display courage in facing the unknown frontier.
Christian faith is not a central theme.
Strong bonds of community and loyalty are shown.
Themes of perseverance are present, not grace.
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