Age rating and parents' guide:The Year of the Dog
by Grace Lin
Ages 8–12
The Year of the Dog by Grace Lin is best for children aged 8–12. It has no violence, nothing scary, no romance and no bad language. Worth knowing: A classmate makes a racist remark.
It is the Chinese year of the dog, a year for finding yourself, so Pacy sets out to find her talent. Growing up Taiwanese-American, she wonders where she fits, and makes a best friend along the way. Invites children to talk about identity, family stories and what they are good at.
Content ratings
How much of each a parent can expect, from none to strong.
- Violence
- None
- Scary moments
- None
- Romance
- None
- Bad language
- None
Worth knowing: A classmate makes a racist remark
Content checked by Dhiraj Bodade, co-founder of Bookstaken, on .
At a glance
- Novel
- Emotionally light
Reading mood
- Warm & heartfelt
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