Old Jack
by William Henry Giles Kingston
Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1859
A young boy named Old Jack goes on a seafaring adventure and encounters various challenges and characters.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
The story includes descriptions of storms and potential dangers at sea.
Mild profanity may be present in sailor dialogue.
Occasional mild blasphemy may occur in stressful situations.
No substance use is depicted.
Characters face the perils of the sea and potential loss.
Storms and encounters with dangerous elements can be intense.
No occult elements are present in the story.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceOld Jack and the crew show courage in facing the sea.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Loyalty and camaraderie among the crew are present.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.
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