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Children · Ages 8–12

Julia Gillian (and the dream of the dog)

by Alison McGhee

Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2010

Julia Gillian, a young girl, experiences a vivid dream about a dog that leads her on an imaginative adventure and helps her understand her feelings.

Concern Level

0/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

10/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

The story is completely free of sexual content.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is present in the narrative.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are explored.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

God and Christians are not mentioned or portrayed.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice15

Julia's imagination is a form of courage.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

Julia's love for her dog and family is evident.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Simple acts of comfort and understanding occur.

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