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Children · Ages 8–12

If you'll be my Valentine

by Cynthia Rylant

Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2005

A young girl named Julia finds a lost dog and cares for it, hoping to keep it.

Concern Level

0/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

13/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the narrative.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes appear.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is featured in the plot.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story contains no scary or horror elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the book.

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 included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Julia shows courage in caring for the lost dog.

Faith & Hope5

Faith is not a central theme, but kindness is shown.

Love & Friendship30

Julia's love for the dog is a key element.

Forgiveness & Redemption15

Kindness and compassion are demonstrated throughout the story.

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