Garvey's Choice
by Nikki Grimes
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2016
Garvey, a young Black boy, navigates bullying and finds his voice through poetry.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this book.
Bullying and verbal taunts are depicted.
Mild language may be present in dialogue.
No blasphemy is present in this book.
No substance use is present in this book.
No suicide or self-harm is present in this book.
No scary content is present in this book.
No occult content is present in this book.
No LGBTQ+ prominence or affirmation is present in this book.
No non-Christian worldview promotion is present in this book.
No negative portrayal of God or Christians is present in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceGarvey finds courage to express himself through poetry.
No true Christian faith is depicted in this book.
Garvey's relationships with his mother and friends are loving.
The book emphasizes self-acceptance, resilience, and finding one's voice.
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