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Children · Ages 8–12

Flame the desert pony

by Poppy Shire

Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2008

A young girl named Poppy forms a deep bond with a wild desert pony, facing challenges and adventures together in the arid landscape.

Concern Level

11/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

9/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore15

Some mild danger and challenges are faced by Poppy and the pony.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the story.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is featured.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing5

Some moments of peril might be slightly tense.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are included.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Poppy demonstrates bravery in protecting the pony.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a focus of this story.

Love & Friendship30

The bond between Poppy and the pony is central.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and repentance are absent.

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