Hay-foot, straw-foot
by Erick Berry
Age rating: Ages 12–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1954
A young boy in colonial America dreams of becoming a soldier and faces challenges in his journey.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
There are descriptions of military life and potential conflict.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemy is included in the text.
No substance abuse is a theme in this book.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
The story is not scary.
No occult themes are present in the story.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story presents a historical, secular worldview.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist demonstrates courage in pursuing his dream.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
The story focuses on ambition, not love.
No themes of grace or repentance are explored.
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