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Children · Ages 9–12

Joey gets the golf bug

by James Woodward Sherman

Age rating: Ages 9–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1961

A young boy named Joey discovers a passion for golf and dedicates himself to improving his game.

Concern Level

0/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

7/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the story.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes are included.

Substance Use0

No substance use is featured in the narrative.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm occur.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary or frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice25

Joey shows great determination and perseverance in his sport.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship5

The focus is on personal achievement, not self-giving love.

Forgiveness & Redemption5

Themes of grace or mercy are not central to the plot.

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