Walt Disney Productions' Pete's Dragon
by Jean Bethell
Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1978
A young boy befriends a dragon named Elliott, leading to magical adventures and challenges.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Some mild peril and chase scenes occur.
No profanity is used by the characters.
The book contains no blasphemous language.
No substance abuse is depicted in the book.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
Some scenes might be slightly tense for younger readers.
The dragon's magic borders on the supernatural.
No LGBTQ+ themes are included in the narrative.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
God and Christians are not negatively depicted.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presencePete shows bravery in protecting Elliott.
Christian faith is not a focus of the story.
The bond between Pete and Elliott is strong.
Understanding and acceptance are shown.
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