Truth is always best, or, "A fault confessed is half redressed"
by Mary Kirby
Age rating: Ages 8–10 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1862
This story emphasizes the importance of honesty and admitting mistakes through a child's experiences.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
No violence is depicted in the narrative.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
No substance use is featured in the book.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
The story is not scary or frightening.
No occult or supernatural elements are included.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
Christians and God are not portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceAdmitting fault requires a degree of courage.
Moral principles are emphasized, implying a moral framework.
Familial love and support are shown.
Confession of faults and seeking forgiveness are central.
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