The black stallion picture book
Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1979
A young boy named Alec bonds with a wild black stallion, learning to train and ride him.
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.
Alec faces a shipwreck and a dangerous storm at sea.
No profanity is present in this book.
No blasphemy is present in this book.
No substance abuse is present in this book.
No suicide or self-harm is present in this book.
The shipwreck and storm scenes are mildly intense.
No occult or witchcraft themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.
The story focuses on human-animal relationships and perseverance.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceAlec shows courage in surviving the shipwreck and taming the stallion.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Alec develops a deep, loyal bond with the Black Stallion.
The story emphasizes hard work and determination.
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