What age is The perfect tribute appropriate for?

Name: The perfect tribute
Rating: 46 (4 reviews)
Author: Mary Raymond Shipman Andrews

The perfect tribute by Mary Raymond Shipman Andrews is best suited for teens (ages 13–17). A young boy's act of kindness and sacrifice during wartime touches the heart of a grieving president.

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Teens · Ages 13–17

The perfect tribute

by Mary Raymond Shipman Andrews

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1907

Historical Fiction Short Story Patriotic Sacrifice Civil War EraAI scored

A young boy's act of kindness and sacrifice during wartime touches the heart of a grieving president.

Concern Level

13/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

46/ 100

Rich

Concern Level

13/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

46/ 100

Rich

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Things to consider

Higher = more present

Sexual Content0

Absent.

Violence / Gore20

The story is set during the Civil War, with implied conflict.

Profanity / Language0

Absent.

Blasphemy0

Absent.

Substance Use0

Absent.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

Absent.

Scary / Disturbing0

Absent.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Absent.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

Absent.

Worldview & Spirituality0

Absent.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Absent.

Virtues to celebrate

Higher = stronger presence

Courage & Sacrifice90

The boy's sacrifice for the president is central.

Faith & Hope10

Faith is not a primary focus.

Love & Friendship80

The boy's selfless act embodies love and empathy.

Forgiveness & Redemption50

Themes of compassion and national unity are present.

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