Baseball in April and other stories
by Gary Soto
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1990
This collection of short stories explores the experiences of Mexican American children growing up in California.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in these stories.
Some stories touch on mild conflict or challenges.
No profanity is used in the text.
No blasphemy is present in the stories.
No substance use is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is present.
No scary elements are present.
No occult or witchcraft themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
No non-Christian worldview is promoted.
No negative portrayal of God or Christians.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters show resilience in navigating their lives.
No specific Christian faith elements are present.
Themes of family and friendship are present.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.
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