The Adventures of Tom Sawyer
Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2007
A retelling of Mark Twain's classic, this version follows Tom Sawyer's mischievous adventures along the Mississippi River.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentThis version of Tom Sawyer contains no sexual content.
Mild peril and roughhousing occur, including a graveyard scene.
Some mild colloquialisms and exclamations are present.
Occasional casual or thoughtless references to sacred things may appear.
No substance use is depicted in the story.
The book does not feature themes of suicide or self-harm.
Some scenes, like the graveyard, can be suspenseful.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the narrative.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story reflects a 19th-century American worldview.
Characters sometimes question or disregard authority figures.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceTom Sawyer often displays bravery and a spirit of adventure.
Christian faith is not a central focus of the story.
Loyalty to friends and family is shown in various situations.
The characters learn lessons about honesty and consequences.
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