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Children · Ages 10–14

The Wildest Horse Race in the World

by Marguerite Henry

Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1960

A young boy named Sandy trains and races a wild mustang named Wildfire in the challenging Indian Relay race.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

9/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore10

Races involve danger and potential injury to horses and riders.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in this book.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in this book.

Substance Use0

No substance use is present in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is present in this book.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary elements are present in this book.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult elements are present in this book.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on Native American culture and horse racing.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present in this book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Sandy shows courage in training and racing the difficult Wildfire.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central theme in this book.

Love & Friendship20

Sandy develops a deep bond and understanding with the horse Wildfire.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace or repentance are central to this book.

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