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Teens · Ages 13–17

The big otter

by Robert Michael Ballantyne

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1885

A young boy named Ralph is shipwrecked on a deserted island and must learn to survive.

Concern Level

45/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

13/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore40

The story depicts the harsh realities of survival and conflict.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the story.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is mentioned.

Scary / Disturbing50

The struggle for survival and the descent into savagery are intense.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present in the narrative.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.

Worldview & Spirituality30

The worldview explores human nature and societal breakdown.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Ralph shows courage in his attempts to maintain order.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship10

Some camaraderie exists among the boys initially.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are explored.

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