Dogs don't tell jokes
by Louis Sachar
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1991
A boy named L.D. tries to figure out why his best friend, Alvin, is acting so strangely.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
No violence is depicted in the narrative.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language or themes appear.
No substance abuse is a theme in the book.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
The story is not scary or frightening.
No occult or magical elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
No Christians or God are portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceL.D. shows courage in confronting his friend's issues.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Friendship between L.D. and Alvin is a central theme.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are explored.
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