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Teens · Ages 13–15

Crash

by Jerry Spinelli

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1996

John "Crash" Coogan navigates the complexities of adolescence, high school football, and his changing relationships.

Concern Level

14/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

17/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content5

Some mild kissing occurs between characters.

Violence / Gore20

Football tackles and injuries are depicted on the field.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is found.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary or horror elements are included.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is generally secular and focused on personal growth.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Crash shows courage in facing challenges and standing up for friends.

Faith & Hope5

Faith is not a central theme or practice for the characters.

Love & Friendship40

Friendship and familial love are explored throughout the story.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Forgiveness is shown between characters, particularly Crash and his brother.

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