The Swiss family Robinson, or, Adventures of a shipwrecked family on a desolate island
Age rating: Ages 10–13 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1872
A Swiss family is shipwrecked and must use their ingenuity and faith to survive and build a new life on a deserted island.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSexual content is absent from the Swiss family's adventures.
Mild peril and encounters with nature are present.
Profanity is absent from the family's island life.
Blasphemy is not found in their island narrative.
Substance use is not depicted in their survival story.
Suicide or self-harm is not a theme in this book.
Some encounters with wild animals might be mildly startling.
Occult or witchcraft themes are not present.
LGBTQ+ themes are absent from this classic tale.
The worldview emphasizes God's provision and human resourcefulness.
The family's faith and Christian values are central.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe family demonstrates courage in building their new life.
Faith in God is a constant theme throughout their trials.
Love is shown through strong family bonds and mutual support.
Forgiveness is implied in their harmonious family life.
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