...The young shipper of the Great Lakes
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1912
A young boy named Billy works on the Great Lakes as a shipper, facing the challenges of the job.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this historical narrative.
The harsh conditions of lake shipping involve some danger.
No profanity is used by the characters in this book.
Blasphemous language is absent from the text.
No themes of substance abuse are depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The story is not intended to be scary.
Occult or magical elements are not part of the plot.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story focuses on the realities of maritime work.
No negative portrayals of Christians are included.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceBilly demonstrates courage in facing the dangers of the lake.
No Christian faith elements are present in this story.
A sense of camaraderie among the crew is shown.
Themes of grace and repentance are not explored.
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