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Turning a new leaf, or, The story of Charles Terry cover
Teens · Ages 13–15

Turning a new leaf, or, The story of Charles Terry

by Sarah Stuart Robbins

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1865

This story follows Charles Terry as he overcomes past mistakes and chooses a new, virtuous path in life.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

64/ 100

Rich

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

Sexual content is absent from this 19th-century moral story.

Violence / Gore10

Mild conflict arises from Charles's past actions.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is absent from this didactic work.

Blasphemy0

Blasphemy is not present in this story.

Substance Use0

Substance abuse is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

Suicide or self-harm are not depicted in this story.

Scary / Disturbing0

There are no scary or horror elements in this book.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from this story.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this historical text.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview presented is strongly Christian and focused on moral reform.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Charles Terry is portrayed as a character seeking redemption.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Charles shows courage in facing his past and changing.

Faith & Hope70

True Christian faith is the foundation for Charles's transformation.

Love & Friendship40

Love is shown through his commitment to a better life.

Forgiveness & Redemption80

Grace and repentance are central to Charles's new path.

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