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Teens · Ages 13–15

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by Helen Cavanagh

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1970

A young boy named Jim experiences life and adventure in the wilderness.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

12/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

Mild peril occurs during Jim's wilderness experiences.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is mentioned.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some wilderness encounters could be mildly suspenseful.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Jim displays courage and resourcefulness in the wild.

Faith & Hope0

Faith is not a prominent theme in this book.

Love & Friendship10

Appreciation for nature is a subtle theme.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Themes of self-reliance and survival are present.

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