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Teens · Ages 13–16

How to Steal a Dragon's Sword

by Cressida Cowell

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2011

Hiccup Horrendous Haddock III must prove himself to his Viking tribe by capturing a dragon.

Concern Level

15/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

8/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore20

Mild peril and conflict, including dragon encounters.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is absent from the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is used.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some mild peril from dragons and tribal challenges.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on Viking culture and adventure.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Hiccup shows courage and cleverness in his quest.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship15

Loyalty to tribe and family is shown.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and repentance are absent.

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