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Teens · Ages 12–16

Soldier dog

by Sam Angus

Age rating: Ages 12–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2012

A young boy named Arthur is separated from his family during World War I and finds solace and purpose by caring for a wounded dog.

Concern Level

57/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

30/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore70

The book depicts the harsh realities and violence of WWI.

Profanity / Language20

Some mild profanity may be present due to the war setting.

Blasphemy0

Blasphemous content is absent from the narrative.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

The war setting implies potential for despair, but not explicit self-harm.

Scary / Disturbing40

The war scenes and descriptions of injury can be disturbing.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are not present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

There are no negative portrayals of God or Christians.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

Arthur shows immense courage and resilience amidst war.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship60

Arthur's devotion to the dog exemplifies self-giving love.

Forgiveness & Redemption30

The story highlights hope and compassion in dark times.

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