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Children · Ages 8–12

Mud-Puddle Poodle

by Tui T. Sutherland

Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2009

A young girl named Lily finds an unusual poodle made of mud and discovers the magic and friendship that comes with caring for it.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

13/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this children's story.

Violence / Gore0

The story is free from any violence.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

Blasphemy is absent from the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted in the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary or frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft10

The magical poodle might be considered a mild fantasy element.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The worldview includes gentle magic, not a specific religion.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Lily shows some bravery in caring for the poodle.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship40

Lily shows love and care for her mud poodle.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

The story emphasizes kindness and responsibility.

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