Hard Ball
by Will Weaver
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1998
A young boy named Cody navigates the challenges of growing up in a rural Minnesota town, dealing with family issues and friendships.
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 narrative.
Mild conflict and roughhousing occur between boys.
Occasional mild profanity may be present.
No blasphemous language is used.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is present.
No scary or horror elements are present.
No occult themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes 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 presenceCody shows some resilience in difficult situations.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Family bonds and friendships are explored.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.
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