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Children · Ages 8–12

Jack's new skates

by Michèle Dufresne

Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2008

Jack learns to ice skate and overcomes his fear of falling. He practices diligently to improve his skills.

Concern Level

0/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

12/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in Jack's skating journey.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance use is featured in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story contains no scary or horror elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the narrative.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Jack shows courage by facing his fear of skating.

Faith & Hope10

Faith is not a central theme, but perseverance is encouraged.

Love & Friendship10

Jack shows love for skating and his family's support.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

The story subtly encourages perseverance and trying again.

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