The journal of Jedediah Barstow, an emigrant on the Oregon Trail
by Ellen Levine
Age rating: Ages 12–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2002
This historical fiction diary recounts the challenging journey of Jedediah Barstow and his family as they travel the Oregon Trail in the 1840s.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the diary.
The journey involves hardship, illness, and potential danger.
Profanity is absent from Jedediah's journal entries.
No blasphemous content is included.
Substance use is not a theme in this book.
The hardships of the trail can be emotionally taxing.
The dangers of the trail and wilderness can be unsettling.
Occult themes are absent from the narrative.
LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this historical setting.
The narrative reflects a pioneer spirit and determination.
No characters representing Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceJedediah and his family show immense courage facing the trail.
Some characters may express faith in God during hardship.
Family love and support are evident throughout the journey.
Resilience and perseverance are demonstrated.
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