Stickeen
Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1998
This narrative recounts the remarkable true story of a dog's loyalty and companionship during a challenging expedition in the Yukon.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the book.
Mild peril and hardship are described in the wilderness.
No profanity is present in the text.
No blasphemous content is included.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm themes are present.
The wilderness setting can be challenging but not overtly scary.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the narrative.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The worldview is secular, focusing on human-animal bonds.
Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe dog Stickeen and its human companion show immense courage.
Faith is not a theme in this book.
The deep loyalty and love between man and dog are central.
The story highlights perseverance and survival.
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