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Teens · Ages 13–16

Brushes and basketballs

by Michele Jakubowski

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2016

Brushes and basketballs is a realistic fiction novel about a teenage girl who balances her passion for art with her involvement in basketball.

Concern Level

3/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

7/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content5

Mild romantic interest is present between characters.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the narrative.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the dialogue.

Blasphemy0

Blasphemous content is absent from the book.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme explored.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary or frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft elements are not included.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this story.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview presented is neutral and relatable.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

The protagonist shows courage in pursuing her passions.

Faith & Hope5

Faith is not a significant element in the characters' lives.

Love & Friendship10

Friendship and family love are depicted.

Forgiveness & Redemption5

Minor instances of forgiveness occur between characters.

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