Red cross
by Oliver Optic
Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1868
A group of boys joins the Red Cross during wartime, facing challenges and learning about service and sacrifice.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this book.
Depictions of wartime hardship and danger are present.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
No substance use is featured in the narrative.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The wartime setting can create a somber atmosphere.
No occult or magical elements are included.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story focuses on duty and patriotism.
Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters demonstrate significant courage in service.
Themes of duty and sacrifice are present.
Loyalty to comrades and country is emphasized.
Themes of duty, sacrifice, and resilience are present.
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