Lassie Come-Home
by Eric Knight
Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1940
A loyal collie named Lassie is sold by her impoverished family and must endure a long and perilous journey to return home.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Lassie faces dangers like harsh weather and aggressive dogs on her journey.
No profanity is used in the text.
No blasphemous content is included.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is present.
Some scenes of peril and hardship might be mildly unsettling.
No occult or witchcraft elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story promotes loyalty and perseverance, not a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceLassie's unwavering determination to return home shows immense courage.
The story focuses on human and animal bonds, not explicit Christian faith.
Lassie's deep love for her family drives the entire narrative.
Themes of perseverance and overcoming hardship are present.
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