John Henry
Age rating: Ages 8–10 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1965
This picture book retells the legend of John Henry, a steel-driving man who raced against a steam drill.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this book.
John Henry's struggle against the steam drill is depicted as a conflict.
No profanity is present in this book.
No blasphemy is present in this book.
No substance use is present in this book.
No suicide or self-harm is present in this book.
No scary elements are present in this book.
No occult themes are present in this book.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.
This book focuses on a legendary figure, not a worldview.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceJohn Henry's determination to prove his strength is a form of courage.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present in this book.
The focus is on John Henry's strength, not self-giving love.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.
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