Black Beauty
by Golden Books
Age rating: Ages 10–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1994
This is a simplified retelling of the story of a horse named Black Beauty and his life experiences.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this version.
Black Beauty experiences some harsh treatment and difficult work.
No profanity is used in the text.
No blasphemy is present in this book.
No substance use is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is mentioned.
No scary elements are present.
No occult themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceBlack Beauty shows resilience in difficult circumstances.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Kindness is shown by some humans to Black Beauty.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.
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