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Teens · Ages 11–14

Dump Days

by Jerry Spinelli

Age rating: Ages 11–14 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1988

A boy experiences the awkwardness and humor of middle school, dealing with friendships and family.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

9/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Mild crushes and romantic feelings are explored.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the story.

Profanity / Language10

Some mild language may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary or frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality0

No non-Christian worldview is promoted.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians exist.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

The protagonist shows some courage in social situations.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

Friendship and family bonds are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Understanding and empathy are shown.

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