Where the Red Fern Grows with Connections
by Wilson Rawls
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2000
This classic story tells of a boy named Billy and his two beloved hunting dogs, Old Dan and Little Ann, in the Ozarks.
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.
The story involves hunting and the natural dangers of the wilderness.
Profanity is absent from the narrative.
No blasphemous content is included.
Substance use is not depicted in the book.
Characters experience grief and loss, particularly with the dogs.
Some scenes of animal danger and the harshness of nature can be intense.
The story does not contain any occult themes.
No LGBTQ+ characters or themes are present.
The story focuses on nature and relationships, not a specific worldview.
There are no negative portrayals of God or Christians.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceBilly shows determination and bravery in his outdoor pursuits.
Faith is not a central theme, though respect for nature is evident.
The deep love and loyalty between Billy and his dogs are paramount.
The story emphasizes perseverance and the natural world.
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