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Children · Ages 8–12

The poodle who barked at the wind

by Charlotte Zolotow

Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1964

A young girl learns to appreciate her poodle, who barks at the wind, through a series of gentle observations.

Concern Level

0/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

5/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

There is no sexual content in this book.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is present in the story.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is absent from the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is used.

Substance Use0

Suicide or self-harm is not a theme.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

The book does not address suicide or self-harm.

Scary / Disturbing0

This is not a scary or horror story.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or magical elements are not included.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on simple observations of nature and pets.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not depicted in this book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice0

Sacrificial courage is not a theme in this story.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a focus of this book.

Love & Friendship30

The girl learns to love and appreciate her dog.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Grace and mercy are not central themes here.

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