The pet
Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2007
A young girl named Sarah adopts a mysterious pet that turns out to be more than she bargained for, leading to humorous and surprising situations.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentThe story is free of any sexual content.
No violence is depicted in the narrative.
The book contains no instances of profanity.
No blasphemous language or themes are present.
Substance use is not a topic in this book.
The story does not involve suicide or self-harm.
The book is not scary or frightening.
Occult or magical elements are absent from the plot.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The worldview is neutral and focuses on the pet's antics.
God or Christians are not portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceSarah shows mild bravery in dealing with the pet.
Christian faith is not a theme in this story.
Sarah develops affection for her unusual pet.
Themes of grace or repentance are not explored.
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