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Children · Ages 8–12

Barry the Great Saint Bernard

by Joe Claro

Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1983

Barry, a St. Bernard, helps a lost boy find his way home through a blizzard.

Concern Level

15/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

19/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore10

Barry faces a blizzard and a dangerous mountain pass.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in this book.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in this book.

Substance Use0

No substance use is present in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is present in this book.

Scary / Disturbing20

The blizzard and the remote mountain setting create some mild peril.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult elements are present in this book.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality0

No non-Christian worldview is promoted in this book.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayal of God or Christians is present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Barry shows courage in navigating the dangerous terrain.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship60

Barry's loyalty and care for the lost boy are evident.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace or repentance are present.

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