Only a penny
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1866
Only a Penny tells the story of a young girl whose small act of charity leads to significant positive outcomes and personal growth.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Rich
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Rich
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this story.
Violence is not depicted in this narrative.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
Substance abuse is not a theme in this story.
Suicide or self-harm is not addressed.
The story is not scary or frightening.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.
LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this story.
The story promotes a Christian worldview.
The protagonist is portrayed positively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe girl shows courage in her charitable act.
Faith is implied through her charitable actions.
Self-giving love is demonstrated through charity.
The positive outcomes of kindness are emphasized.
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