A Horse Called Hero — Content Guide for Parents
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- ViolenceBrief
- Scary contentSupporting
- ReligionBriefChristian
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- Profanity
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PRESENTContains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.
About this book
On the brink of World War II, a family forced out of their London home flees to the country. Wolfie and his older sister, Dodo, are devastated to leave behind everything they've ever known, but they begin settling into their new life.
One day they come across an orphaned foul, which they raise as Hero, a strong and beautiful horse who lives up to his name when he saves the children from a fire.
Wolfie and Dodo find comfort in their new life, but the war is escalating quickly and horses are needed for combat. One night, Hero is stolen, and the children are shattered. Years then pass without any indication Hero will return. It's only when Wolfie becomes a stable hand that he discovers Hero has ended up working in the mines under terrible conditions. Then and there, Wolfie resolves to save Hero, a plan that places both of their lives in jeopardy. Together again, can they will survive?
Frequently asked questions
Is A Horse Called Hero appropriate for a 7-year-old?
Wartime violence is mentioned, including a massacre of British soldiers that is a distant but key event, while the on-page harm comes mostly from accidents. The story includes a long mine explosion sequence, being surrounded by fire on the moor, air raids, a horse stuck in a bog, and the loss of a beloved horse.
Does A Horse Called Hero have violence?
Found (Brief): Wartime violence is mentioned, including a massacre of British soldiers that is a distant but key event, while the on-page harm comes mostly from accidents.
Does A Horse Called Hero have scary content?
Found (Supporting): The story includes a long mine explosion sequence, being surrounded by fire on the moor, air raids, a horse stuck in a bog, and the loss of a beloved horse.
Does A Horse Called Hero have religion?
Found (Brief, Christian): The children live with a vicar and his daughter, and one scene has them singing a carol toward a church congregation that has turned against the vicar.
Does A Horse Called Hero have race & culture?
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Does A Horse Called Hero have profanity?
Not found in the sources we checked.
Does A Horse Called Hero have climate?
Not found in the sources we checked.
Does A Horse Called Hero have sexual content?
Not found in the sources we checked.
Does A Horse Called Hero have gender roles?
Not found in the sources we checked.
Does A Horse Called Hero have gender & orientation?
Not found in the sources we checked.
