Tom Butler's trouble
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1868
Tom Butler faces various troubles and learns lessons about life and morality.
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 book.
Some mild peril and conflict are described.
No profanity is used in the story.
No blasphemy is present in the book.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is mentioned.
The story is not scary or frightening.
No occult or witchcraft themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the narrative.
The book does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
No Christians or God are portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceTom shows some bravery in overcoming his difficulties.
The story has a moralistic tone, implying Christian values.
Some instances of kindness and support are shown.
Lessons about right and wrong suggest a path to betterment.
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