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Teens · Ages 13–17

The ghost horse cycle

by Jamake Highwater

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1997

A young Native American boy named Amana experiences visions and learns about his destiny through a mystical ghost horse.

Concern Level

42/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

15/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

Some mild peril and conflict occur during Amana's journey.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.

Scary / Disturbing20

The concept of a ghost horse and visions can be unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft50

The story features spiritual elements and visions, bordering on the mystical.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality30

The worldview is rooted in Native American spiritual beliefs, not Christian.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Amana shows courage facing his destiny and challenges.

Faith & Hope0

The faith presented is Native American spirituality, not Christian.

Love & Friendship30

Amana shows care for his family and community.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of destiny and acceptance are present, not Christian grace.

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