The dulcimer boy
by Tor Seidler
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1979
In rural Appalachia, a young boy named Silas finds solace and purpose in playing the dulcimer, connecting with his heritage and community.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentThe story contains no sexual content.
No violence is depicted in the narrative.
Profanity is absent from the text.
No blasphemous language is used.
Substance abuse is not a theme in this book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm occur.
The story is not scary or frightening.
Occult or witchcraft themes are not present.
LGBTQ+ themes are not featured in the book.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
God and Christians are not portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceSilas shows quiet courage in pursuing his passion.
Faith is not a prominent theme in the story.
Love is shown through family and community connections.
The narrative does not focus on grace or repentance.
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