The Hawk That Dare Not Hunt by Day
by Scott O’Dell
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1975
A young Native American boy named Tomach is captured by a rival tribe and must adapt to their ways to survive.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Tomach witnesses tribal warfare and the harsh realities of captivity.
No profanity is used in the narrative.
No blasphemous language or themes appear.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The capture and initial fear of Tomach can be unsettling.
No occult or supernatural elements are included.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The story presents a non-Christian worldview of tribal life.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceTomach shows courage in adapting to his new life.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Tomach develops a sense of belonging and loyalty.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.
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