Barkley
by Syd Hoff
Age rating: Ages 8–10 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1975
Barkley the dog tries to find his way home after getting lost in the city.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentThis story contains no sexual content.
Barkley faces some mild dangers while lost.
No profanity is present in this book.
No blasphemous language is included.
No substance abuse is discussed.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
Some mild peril exists for Barkley.
Occult themes are absent from this story.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this narrative.
The story focuses on an animal's journey.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceBarkley shows determination to get home.
Christian faith is not a theme in this book.
The story shows Barkley's love for his family.
No themes of grace or repentance are present.
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