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Children · Ages 10–14

Secret of the Night Ponies

by Joan Hiatt Harlow

Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2009

A young girl named Annie discovers a secret herd of wild ponies and forms a special bond with them, protecting them from danger.

Concern Level

15/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

15/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No romantic or sexual content is present.

Violence / Gore20

There are moments of peril involving the ponies and their pursuers.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is present.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some scenes may evoke mild tension regarding the ponies' safety.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story is set in a historical period with no specific religious focus.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Annie shows bravery in protecting the ponies.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship50

Annie's deep love for the ponies is central.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace or repentance are present.

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