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Teens · Ages 13–15

The blind pony

by Jeanne Betancourt

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1997

A young girl named Penny bonds with a wild pony and learns about trust and responsibility.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

15/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

The story contains no sexual content or themes.

Violence / Gore10

Minor physical challenges and the pony's wildness create some tension.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is absent from the dialogue and narration.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous remarks are made by the characters.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

The atmosphere is gentle and focused on the animal bond.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are entirely absent.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ characters or themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The narrative focuses on the relationship between a girl and a pony.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively in this narrative.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Penny shows courage in approaching and taming the wild pony.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith elements are not a focus of the story.

Love & Friendship50

The developing love and trust between Penny and the pony are central.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and repentance are not explored in the plot.

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