The wilderness way
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1954
A young boy named John travels west with his family in the 1800s, facing the challenges of frontier life and learning about self-reliance.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Some mild peril and conflict occur during the journey west.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.
The wilderness setting can be mildly intimidating at times.
No occult or witchcraft elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The story promotes self-reliance and family values.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceJohn shows courage facing the hardships of the frontier.
Faith is implied through family values and perseverance.
Family love and support are central to the narrative.
The story emphasizes resilience and overcoming challenges.
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