The black horse
Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1984
A young girl named Anya befriends a wild black horse, facing challenges and learning about trust and responsibility.
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 this book.
There are some moments of danger and pursuit.
No profanity is used in the narrative.
No blasphemy is present in the text.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
This is not a scary story.
No occult themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The worldview is secular and focuses on nature and relationships.
No Christians are portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceAnya shows courage in taming and protecting the horse.
No Christian faith elements are present.
The bond between Anya and the horse is a central theme.
No themes of grace or repentance are central.
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