A Weekend at the Grand Hotel (Sam: Dog Detective)
by Mary Labatt
Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2001
Sam, a dog detective, investigates a mystery at a fancy hotel, encountering quirky guests and solving clues with his human companion.
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.
The story contains no violence.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.
The story is not scary or frightening.
No occult or witchcraft themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The story presents a lighthearted and innocent worldview.
No negative portrayals of Christians are included.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceSam shows determination in solving the mystery.
Christian faith is not a theme in this book.
Sam shows loyalty to his owner and friends.
Themes of problem-solving and observation are present.
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