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Children · Ages 8–12

Detective Dog and the ghost

by Leslie McGuire

Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1998

A clever dog named Detective Dog investigates a mysterious ghost at a manor.

Concern Level

48/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

5/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this mystery story.

Violence / Gore10

The ghost is presented as mysterious, not violent.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in this children's mystery.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is included in this ghost story.

Substance Use0

No substance use is mentioned in this detective book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing40

The presence of a ghost creates mild suspense.

Occult & Witchcraft60

The central mystery involves a ghost and a manor.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this children's book.

Worldview & Spirituality0

This book encourages problem-solving and observation.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Detective Dog bravely investigates the unknown.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are present in this book.

Love & Friendship0

The dog's loyalty to solving the mystery is shown.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace or repentance are present.

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