Curve Ball
by John Danakas
Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1993
A young boy named Billy faces challenges and learns about teamwork and sportsmanship while playing baseball.
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 the story.
Mild physical contact occurs during baseball games.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language or themes are present.
No substance abuse is featured in the book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
No scary or horror elements are present.
No occult or witchcraft themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceBilly shows courage in facing his baseball challenges.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Friendship and team support are important themes.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.
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