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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Johnnie Kelly

by Wilbur Sarles Boyer

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1920

Johnnie Kelly, a young boy, navigates life and challenges in a small town during the early 20th century.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

10/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

Some minor conflicts or difficult situations may arise.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the narrative.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

Substance use is absent from the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The book is not scary or frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

The story does not involve occult or magical elements.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The book presents a neutral worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Johnnie Kelly faces challenges that require some bravery.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central theme in this story.

Love & Friendship30

Family relationships and community bonds are depicted.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and repentance are not prominent.

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