Waterless mountain
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1931
A young Navajo boy named Tim learns about his heritage and spiritual journey through visions and traditions.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the book.
Mild peril occurs during Tim's spiritual journey.
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 featured.
Some visions may be unsettling but not overtly scary.
The book explores Native American spiritual beliefs and practices.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.
Promotes a Native American spiritual worldview, not Christian.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceTim shows courage in undertaking his spiritual quest.
The faith presented is Native American spirituality, not Christian.
Tim shows respect for his elders and community.
Themes of personal growth and understanding are present.
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