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Teens · Ages 13–15

The dog Crusoe

by Robert Michael Ballantyne

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1800

A young boy is shipwrecked and must survive alone on a deserted island with only his dog for company.

Concern Level

16/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

13/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore20

The boy faces dangers from nature and animals.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the story.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing15

Some survival situations can be tense.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story promotes resilience and resourcefulness.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No Christians or God are portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

The protagonist shows courage in surviving alone.

Faith & Hope5

Christian faith is not a focus of the narrative.

Love & Friendship20

The bond between the boy and his dog is strong.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of perseverance and self-reliance are present.

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