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Teens · Ages 13–16

Ride a wild horse

by Ruth Christoffer Carlsen

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1970

A spirited young girl named Penny longs to ride a wild horse, facing challenges and learning about herself in the process.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

22/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the narrative.

Violence / Gore10

Mild peril exists in Penny's attempts to tame the horse.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story does not contain scary elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes or witchcraft are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story presents a positive and adventurous worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Penny shows courage in her pursuit of riding the wild horse.

Faith & Hope5

Faith is not a significant theme in the story.

Love & Friendship40

Penny's determination and love for horses are evident.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Simple acts of kindness might be present.

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