Gizmo (Neal Porter Books)
by Barry Varela
Age rating: Ages 10–13 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2007
A young boy named Gizmo finds a stray dog and tries to keep it a secret from his parents.
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 Gizmo's narrative.
No profanity is used by the characters in the book.
No blasphemous language or themes are included.
No substance abuse is a theme in this book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The story is not scary or frightening for young readers.
The book does not feature occult or magical elements.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters 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 presenceGizmo shows courage in protecting his dog.
Christian faith is not a theme in this story.
Gizmo's love for the dog is a central element.
No specific themes of grace or repentance are explored.
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