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Children · Ages 8–12

A dog called Homeless

by Sarah Lean

Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2012

A young girl named Anna finds solace and connection with a stray dog, which helps her cope with her grief and loneliness.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

19/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No romantic or sexual content is present.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the story.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

No instances of suicide or self-harm occur.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm occur.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story contains no scary or horror elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The story focuses on themes of friendship and overcoming loss.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

God and Christians are not mentioned.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Anna shows quiet courage in dealing with her emotions.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship70

Anna experiences deep love for her dog and her family.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

The narrative does not focus on grace or repentance.

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