The Hoosier school-boy
Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1883
A young boy's experiences growing up in a rural Indiana school in the late 19th century.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Minor scuffles and boyhood roughhousing occur.
No profanity is featured in the book.
No blasphemous content is included.
Substance use is not a theme in this novel.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
The story is not scary or horror-themed.
No occult elements are present in the narrative.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
Reflects the societal norms and values of its time.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist learns and grows through his experiences.
Religious observance is part of the historical context.
Friendships and family relationships are depicted.
Moral lessons about behavior are present.
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