Kemi, an Indian boy before the white man came
by Mary Buff
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1966
This book tells the story of an Indian boy's life and experiences before the arrival of Europeans.
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 the narrative.
Depicts some conflict and challenges of tribal life.
No profanity is used in the text.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
No substance abuse is a theme in the book.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
No scary or horror elements are present.
No occult or witchcraft themes are explored.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
Indigenous spiritual beliefs and practices are depicted.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe boy shows resilience in adapting to his environment.
Spiritual connection to the land is a theme.
Family and community bonds are important.
No explicit themes of grace or repentance.
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