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Saluki, Hound of the Bedouin cover
Teens · Ages 13–16

Saluki, Hound of the Bedouin

by Julia Johnson

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2005

A young girl named Sarah bonds with a Saluki dog, learning about its history and the nomadic Bedouin culture.

Concern Level

15/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

19/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

Mild peril occurs when Sarah's dog is in danger.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not frightening or scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or magical elements are absent from the narrative.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this story.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The story respectfully portrays Bedouin traditions and values.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

God and Christians are not mentioned in the book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Sarah shows determination in protecting her dog.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship70

Sarah's deep love and loyalty to her Saluki are central.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Respect for animals and culture is shown, not divine grace.

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