The young black stallion
Age rating: Ages 10–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1989
A young boy named Alec Ransom acquires a wild Arabian stallion named the Black. He works to tame and train the horse, forming a deep bond.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the book.
Some scenes involve the dangers of handling wild horses.
No profanity is used in the text.
No blasphemy is present in the narrative.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is featured.
No scary or horror elements are present.
No occult or witchcraft elements appear.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.
The worldview presented is neutral and focuses on nature and training.
No negative portrayal of God or Christians is present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceAlec shows courage and perseverance in training the Black.
No explicit Christian faith elements are central to the plot.
The deep bond and love between Alec and the Black is central.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are prominent.
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