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Children · Ages 8–10

Because of Shoe and other dog stories

by Ann M. Martin

Age rating: Ages 8–10 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2012

This collection of short stories features various dogs and their unique personalities and the bonds they share with their humans.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

23/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the stories.

Violence / Gore10

Some stories may involve minor animal-related dangers.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is absent from the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

There is no depiction of substance abuse.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The stories are not scary or frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are not present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are featured in the book.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The book celebrates the human-animal bond.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians or God are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Dogs show loyalty and bravery in some stories.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship70

The stories are centered on the love between pets and owners.

Forgiveness & Redemption30

The stories highlight companionship and responsibility.

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