The crossing-sweeper
Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1867
This story follows the life of a crossing-sweeper and the challenges and small joys they encounter.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
What is Dokilit?
Dokilit is an AI-powered content guide for Christian parents. We analyse books through the lens of faith and family, then show you the concerns, the virtues, and the conversation points that matter for your home.
Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this story.
The harsh realities of poverty are depicted.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.
The story is not scary.
No occult themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
Christians are not portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe crossing-sweeper shows resilience in difficult circumstances.
Faith is not a central theme of this story.
Moments of kindness and human connection are shown.
Themes of perseverance and dignity are present.
We may earn a small commission from purchases — it never influences scores.
Comments
Loading comments…