Going for Goldberg
Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2000
A young boy named Alex discovers a hidden talent for chess and competes in a tournament.
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 this book.
No violence is depicted in the story.
Profanity is absent from the text.
Blasphemy is not present in the narrative.
No substance abuse is featured.
This book does not address suicide or self-harm.
The story is not scary or frightening.
Occult or witchcraft themes are not present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are included in the narrative.
The story focuses on personal achievement and skill.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceAlex shows courage in facing his chess opponents.
Christian faith is not a theme in this book.
Family support and encouragement are shown.
The story shows perseverance and learning from mistakes.
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