Handsprings and Homework
by Jane Lawes
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2012
This story follows the life of a young girl balancing schoolwork, friendships, and the challenges of growing up.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentThere are discussions of crushes and budding romantic feelings.
No violence is depicted in the narrative.
Mild, infrequent language might be present.
No blasphemous content is included in the story.
Substance use is not a theme in this book.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
The story is not scary or horror-themed.
Occult or witchcraft elements are absent from the plot.
Potential for subtle LGBTQ+ representation exists, but not prominent.
The worldview is generally secular, with no strong promotion.
No negative portrayals of Christians or God are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters demonstrate resilience in facing everyday challenges.
Some characters may express or explore faith casually.
Friendship and familial love are central to the characters' lives.
Moments of understanding and forgiveness may occur between characters.
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