The boy who ate dog biscuits
by Betsy Sachs
Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1989
A young boy's unusual habit of eating dog biscuits leads to humorous and unexpected situations.
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 story.
No violence is depicted in the narrative.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present in the text.
No substance abuse is depicted in the story.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are featured.
The story is lighthearted and not scary.
No occult or supernatural elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story presents a neutral, everyday worldview.
No specific portrayal of Christians is present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceMild bravery in being different is shown.
Christian faith is not a theme in this book.
Family relationships and acceptance are gently explored.
Themes of forgiveness or repentance are absent.
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