A dog called Houdini
Age rating: Ages 10–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1978
A young boy named Michael finds a stray dog, Houdini, and forms a deep bond with him.
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 this book.
No violence is depicted in this story.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
No substance use is featured in this book.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
The story is not scary or frightening.
No occult or magical elements are included.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.
The book presents a neutral worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceNo sacrificial courage is a central theme.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Michael's love for Houdini is a significant theme.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.
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