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Teens · Ages 13–16

The kelp-gatherers

by John Townsend Trowbridge

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1891

The kelp-gatherers tells the story of a young boy living by the sea and his experiences with nature and his community.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

21/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this story.

Violence / Gore10

Minor dangers related to the sea and work are implied.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is absent from the narrative.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is a theme in the book.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is realistic and lacks scary elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or supernatural elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The narrative reflects a 19th-century coastal community setting.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

The protagonist shows resilience in his daily life and work.

Faith & Hope10

Faith is not a central theme in this book.

Love & Friendship30

Themes of community and connection to nature are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Themes of hard work and appreciating the natural world are present.

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