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Apple of My Eye

2017

A young girl struggles after a traumatic horse riding accident causes her to lose her eyesight. CHARLES, the head trainer of Southeastern Guide Dogs, trains Apple, a miniature horse, to be her companion and surrogate eyes.

Ages 8+Source checked

Why this age? The accident, loss of eyesight, and adjustment to disability may be emotionally intense for younger children, but the PG family-drama framing suggests generally accessible treatment. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age8+

Strongest cautions

  • Frightening scenes1/5
  • Romance1/5
  • Strong language1/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience4/5
  • Good role models4/5
  • Kindness & empathy4/5

What’s in it?

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

A PG family drama may include occasional mild language, but strong profanity is not indicated.

Romance1/5
Why this rating?

Any romance appears minor and age-appropriate rather than a central storyline.

Frightening scenes1/5
Why this rating?

The accident and adjustment to blindness may be briefly tense or upsetting, but sustained frightening scenes are not indicated.

Violence1/5
Why this rating?

Includes a non-graphic accident scene where the protagonist falls from a horse.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist demonstrates significant personal courage in adapting to her disability.

Creativity & curiosity2/5
Why this rating?

Encourages creative thinking regarding problem-solving for those with disabilities.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

Includes representation of characters living with disabilities.

Educational value2/5
Why this rating?

Offers insight into the experience of blindness and the role of service animals.

Kindness & empathy4/5
Why this rating?

Central theme of kindness and care toward the girl and between humans and animals.

Positive messages4/5
Why this rating?

Strong positive messages about perseverance, healing, and the importance of family support.

Good role models4/5
Why this rating?

Protagonists show resilience, and parental figures are caring and supportive.

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  2. Which moment felt most tense or frightening? What helped the characters handle fear?
  3. Which choice in Apple of My Eye would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in Apple of My Eye, and what caused that change?
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