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Children · Ages 10–14

The horse on the hill

by Jessica Sarah Gunderson

Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2009

A boy named Leo befriends a wild horse and must protect it from those who want to capture it.

Concern Level

12/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

11/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

The story contains no sexual content.

Violence / Gore15

There are scenes of pursuit and attempted capture of the horse.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the dialogue.

Blasphemy0

Blasphemous content is absent from the book.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme here.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing10

The chase scenes might be mildly suspenseful.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult themes are not present in this story.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are included.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story promotes compassion for animals and bravery.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians or God are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice25

Leo shows courage in protecting the horse.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a focus of this book.

Love & Friendship25

Leo's deep bond with the horse demonstrates love.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

The value of protecting the vulnerable is shown.

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