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Children · Ages 10–12

Toby Tyler

by James Otis Kaler

Age rating: Ages 10–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1881

A young boy named Toby Tyler runs away from home to join a traveling circus, experiencing both the excitement and hardships of that life.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

5/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the book.

Violence / Gore10

Some mild physical struggles and rough treatment occur.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the story.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is present.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary elements are present in the book.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview reflects a historical, secular perspective.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Toby shows some bravery in facing new situations.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship10

Some instances of kindness and camaraderie are shown.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace or repentance are central.

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