Lost! A Dog Called Bear
by Wendy Orr
Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2011
A young girl named Maya is separated from her family during a sailing trip and must survive alone with her dog, Bear, on a remote island.
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 narrative.
Maya faces physical dangers and challenges in her survival.
No profanity is used in the text.
No blasphemous content is included.
No substance abuse is depicted in the story.
No suicide or self-harm themes are present.
The isolation and challenges of survival can be intense.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The worldview presented focuses on human ingenuity and nature.
Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceMaya displays immense courage and resourcefulness in her survival.
Faith is not a theme in this story.
The bond between Maya and her dog Bear is a strong element.
Themes of perseverance and self-reliance are central.
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