Span across a river
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1966
A young boy named Billy faces challenges and learns about responsibility while helping his father build a bridge across a river.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Mild peril exists as characters work with dangerous tools and elements.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
Substance use is not a theme in this book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
The story does not contain frightening or scary elements.
Occult or magical themes are absent from the narrative.
LGBTQ+ themes and representation are not present.
The worldview presented is generally wholesome and family-oriented.
Christians and God are not negatively portrayed.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceBilly shows courage in facing his responsibilities and fears.
Faith is implied through hard work and perseverance, not explicit prayer.
Family love and duty are central to the characters' motivations.
Lessons about hard work and overcoming obstacles are present.
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