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Teens · Ages 13–15

Rainbow on the road

by Esther Forbes

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1954

This historical novel follows the journey of a young boy named Jedediah from Massachusetts to the California Gold Rush.

Concern Level

13/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

9/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore20

Mild peril and hardship are described during the journey.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance use is featured in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm themes are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary or horror elements are included.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.

Worldview & Spirituality0

No non-Christian worldview is promoted.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Jedediah shows resilience during his challenging journey.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship0

Jedediah experiences family bonds and friendships.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.

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