The ferryman's boy
by Crona Temple
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1887
The Ferryman's Boy is a historical adventure story about a young boy who works for a ferryman and encounters various challenges.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this story.
There are moments of peril and minor conflict.
Profanity is absent from the narrative.
No blasphemous language is used.
Substance abuse is not depicted.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
Some suspenseful situations may occur.
Occult or magical elements are not present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The worldview is generally secular and practical.
No specific portrayal of Christians is present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist shows bravery in his duties.
Moral lessons are present, but faith is not central.
Loyalty and hard work are valued.
The importance of responsibility is highlighted.
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