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Children · Ages 10–14

Adventures of Sparrowboy

by Brian Pinkney

Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2000

A young boy discovers he has superpowers and must learn to control them to save his city from a villain.

Concern Level

15/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

16/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore20

Mild cartoon violence occurs during superhero battles.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm themes are explored.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some mild peril exists when the city is threatened.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on heroism and responsibility.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Sparrowboy shows courage facing the villain.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship30

Sparrowboy cares about protecting his city.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and repentance are absent.

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