
Night of the Red Horse
Age rating: Ages 12–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1978
A young girl's life is turned upside down when she must care for a wild horse, leading to adventures and personal growth.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
There are some challenging situations and minor dangers.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
Some scenes might evoke mild concern for the horse.
No occult or supernatural elements are featured.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the narrative.
The story is set in a historical context with everyday life.
No negative portrayals of Christians are included.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist shows determination and bravery.
Faith is not a central theme in this story.
A strong bond develops between the girl and the horse.
Themes of grace and mercy are not prominent.
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