The year of the dog
by Grace Lin
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2006
Pacy Lin moves to a new town and struggles to fit in, finding solace in her art.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentThere is no sexual content in the book.
The story does not contain any violence.
Profanity is not present in the text.
No blasphemous elements are included.
Substance abuse is not a theme.
The book does not depict suicide or self-harm.
The story is not scary or frightening.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.
No LGBTQ+ representation is present.
The book explores themes of cultural identity and belonging.
God and Christians are not mentioned or portrayed.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presencePacy finds courage in expressing herself through art.
Faith is not a theme in this narrative.
Family relationships and finding one's place are key.
The story highlights self-discovery and embracing differences.
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