The hard-scrabble of Elm Island
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1871
A group of boys faces challenges and learns about self-reliance on a remote island.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the narrative.
Minor scuffles and arguments occur between the boys.
No profanity is used by the characters.
Blasphemous language is not found in the text.
The story does not depict substance abuse.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
The book is free of scary or horror elements.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the plot.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the narrative.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe boys demonstrate courage in facing their hardships.
There are general references to Providence and prayer.
Friendship and loyalty are shown among the boys.
Some lessons about perseverance are conveyed.
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