
The Blessing Deer
Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1980
The Blessing Deer tells the story of a young girl named Sarah who lives in a frontier town and encounters a mysterious deer. The deer brings blessings to her community.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Rich
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Rich
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
There are some mentions of hardship and potential danger.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.
The story does not contain scary elements.
No occult or witchcraft themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the narrative.
The story promotes a Christian worldview.
God and Christians are portrayed positively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceSarah shows quiet strength in her faith.
Christian faith, prayer, and God's providence are central.
Love for community and God is a strong theme.
Themes of blessing, gratitude, and God's grace are present.
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