The bear-hunters of the Rocky Mountains
by Anne Bowman
Age rating: Ages 12–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1860
This adventure story follows a group of boys who embark on a journey to hunt bears in the Rocky Mountains. It emphasizes bravery, skill, and the challenges of the wilderness.
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.
The story depicts hunting and encounters with dangerous animals.
Profanity is absent from the narrative.
No blasphemous content is present.
Substance abuse is not a theme in this book.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
Encounters with bears and wilderness dangers can be suspenseful.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The story focuses on survival and skill, not a specific worldview.
God or Christians are not negatively portrayed.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe boys display significant courage and bravery in their hunt.
Christian faith is not a theme in this book.
The story emphasizes camaraderie, not selfless love.
The story implicitly values hard work and determination.
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