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Teens · Ages 13–15

The apple boys

by Madeline Leslie

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1867

Two brothers, the apple boys, learn valuable lessons about hard work, cooperation, and the consequences of their actions.

Concern Level

0/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

7/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

The story contains no sexual content or themes.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted or described within the narrative.

Profanity / Language0

The characters do not use any profanity in their dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or references are present in the text.

Substance Use0

The narrative does not include any themes of suicide or self-harm.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are portrayed.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is free from any frightening or scary elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

There are no occult or magical elements in the book.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present in the story.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The book promotes Christian values of diligence and responsibility.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

God and Christian principles are presented positively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice5

The boys show courage in facing their mistakes.

Faith & Hope5

The story implicitly encourages reliance on moral principles.

Love & Friendship10

Brotherly affection is a theme, but not self-giving love.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

The narrative emphasizes learning from mistakes and responsibility.

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