To Build a Land
by Sally Watson
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1957
This historical novel follows a young woman's journey as she helps establish a new community in the American West.
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 the narrative.
Mild peril and hardship are depicted due to frontier life.
Profanity is absent from the dialogue and narration.
No blasphemous language is used.
Substance use is not a theme in this book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.
Some descriptions of the harsh environment might be unsettling.
The story is grounded in historical reality.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The worldview is focused on human endeavor and community building.
Christian faith is not a primary focus, though present in community.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters display significant courage in building a new life.
A general sense of faith and hope for the future is present.
Community support and mutual aid are important themes.
Themes of perseverance and building a better future are central.
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