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Children · Ages 8–10

Valentine

by Carol Carrick

Age rating: Ages 8–10 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1995

A young boy named Valentine experiences the loss of his dog and learns to cope with grief.

Concern Level

0/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

6/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

This book contains no sexual content.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in Valentine's story.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is absent from this book.

Blasphemy0

Blasphemy is not a theme in this story.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a topic in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm occur.

Scary / Disturbing0

This book contains no scary or horror elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are not present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not featured in this story.

Worldview & Spirituality0

No non-Christian worldview is promoted.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed in this book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice15

Valentine shows courage in facing his sadness.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a focus of this story.

Love & Friendship10

Valentine's love for his dog is central.

Forgiveness & Redemption5

Learning to cope with loss shows growth.

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