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Minstrel and the Dragon Pup, The cover
Teens · Ages 13–15

Minstrel and the Dragon Pup, The

by Rosemary Sutcliff

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1993

A young boy named Minstrel befriends a dragon pup and embarks on an adventure to protect it.

Concern Level

25/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

14/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this fantasy story.

Violence / Gore20

There are some battles and confrontations with antagonists.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is absent from the narrative.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes are present.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not depicted in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some moments of danger and peril exist.

Occult & Witchcraft30

Dragons and mythical creatures are central to the plot.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Minstrel shows great courage in protecting the dragon pup.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central element of the story.

Love & Friendship40

Minstrel's deep love and loyalty to the dragon pup are evident.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and repentance are not explored.

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