The Orphan of Ellis Island
Age rating: Ages 10–13 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1997
A young orphan girl named Rose travels back in time to Ellis Island, where she connects with her family's past and learns about her heritage.
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 book.
No violence is depicted in the narrative.
No profanity is used in the text.
Blasphemy is not a theme in this book.
Substance abuse is not a part of the story.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
The book is not scary or frightening.
Occult or witchcraft elements are absent.
No LGBTQ+ themes are included.
The book does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceRose shows courage in facing her past and her fears.
The story has a general sense of hope and belonging.
Rose experiences love and connection with her family's history.
The narrative emphasizes understanding and acceptance of one's roots.
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