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Children · Ages 10–14

Jim Penney's golden nugget

by Elizabeth P. Witheridge

Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1961

A young boy's quest for a legendary golden nugget leads him on an adventure in the American West.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

12/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

There is no sexual content in this book.

Violence / Gore10

Mild peril and conflict are present in the adventure.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is absent from the narrative.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is used.

Substance Use0

The story does not include suicide or self-harm.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

Themes of suicide or self-harm are not present.

Scary / Disturbing5

Some moments of mild suspense exist.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or supernatural elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this story.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The book does not promote non-Christian worldviews.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

God and Christians are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice25

Jim shows determination and bravery on his quest.

Faith & Hope5

Faith is not a central theme in the book.

Love & Friendship15

Family relationships and loyalty are subtly present.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Perseverance and the pursuit of a goal are key.

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