Best foot forward
by Joan Bauer
Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2005
A talented young athlete overcomes personal challenges and team dynamics to achieve her dreams in competitive soccer.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentMild romantic interest and hand-holding occur.
Some minor physical altercations or rough play in sports.
Occasional mild profanity is used by characters.
No blasphemy is present in the narrative.
Substance use is not a theme in this book.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
The story is not scary or suspenseful.
Occult or magical elements are absent.
LGBTQ+ themes are not present in the story.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist shows immense courage in sports and life.
Characters may have personal values, but faith isn't central.
Strong themes of friendship and team loyalty are evident.
Characters learn forgiveness, resilience, and self-acceptance.
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