Poley Morgan, son of a Texas scalawag
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1982
Poley Morgan, a young boy in Texas, navigates life with his father, a former scalawag, facing challenges and learning about his heritage.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Some mild peril and conflict occur, but no graphic violence.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language or themes are present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are included.
The story does not contain scary or horror elements.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the narrative.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presencePoley shows courage in facing his father's past.
Faith is not a central theme, but moral lessons are present.
Family loyalty and bonds are explored.
Lessons of resilience and understanding are conveyed.
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