The Last shilling, or, The selfish child
Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1853
This story centers on a child who learns the consequences of selfishness through the experience of having only one shilling left.
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 this story.
No violence is depicted in the narrative.
Profanity is absent from the text.
No blasphemous language is used.
Substance abuse is not a theme here.
Suicide or self-harm is not a topic.
This story is not scary.
Occult or witchcraft themes are not present.
LGBTQ+ themes are not featured.
The worldview reflects common Victorian moral teachings.
Christians are not specifically portrayed.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceNo significant acts of courage are depicted.
Christian faith is not a prominent theme.
The story contrasts selfishness with potential kindness.
The core lesson is about overcoming selfishness.
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