Lulu and the dog from the sea
by Hilary McKay
Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2011
Lulu tries to help a stray dog that has arrived in her neighborhood.
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 book.
No violence is depicted in Lulu's neighborhood.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemy is present in this lighthearted tale.
No substance use is featured in this children's story.
No suicide or self-harm themes are explored.
No scary elements are present in Lulu's world.
No occult or witchcraft themes appear in this story.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.
No non-Christian worldview is promoted in this story.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceLulu shows mild courage in approaching the stray dog.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Lulu shows care for the lost dog.
No themes of grace or repentance are present.
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