The dog paddle
Age rating: Ages 8–11 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2002
A young boy named Anthony learns to swim and overcomes his fear of the water.
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 story.
The narrative does not include any violence.
No profanity is used by the characters.
Blasphemous language is absent from the text.
Substance use is not a theme in this book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm occur.
Anthony's initial fear of water might be relatable.
No occult or magical elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story does not promote non-Christian worldviews.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceAnthony shows significant courage in facing his fear.
Christian faith elements are absent from the narrative.
Anthony shows love for learning and his family.
Themes of grace and repentance are not explored.
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