Keeping Barney
by Jessie Haas
Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1981
A young girl named Barney navigates life on a farm, dealing with animals, chores, and the complexities of family relationships.
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 this story.
Mild peril involving farm animals may occur.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemy is present in the text.
No substance abuse is a theme in this story.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
The story is not scary or frightening.
No occult or magical elements appear in the story.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story presents a neutral worldview.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceBarney shows resilience and determination.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Family bonds and care for animals are shown.
No themes of grace or repentance are central.
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