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Teens · Ages 13–16

Matzah ball

by Mindy Avra Portnoy

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1994

A young Jewish girl, Sarah, navigates family traditions and friendships while dealing with a bully at her school.

Concern Level

17/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

40/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore20

There are instances of bullying and verbal conflict.

Profanity / Language10

Mild language might be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

Substance abuse is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing10

The bullying situations create some emotional tension.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft elements are absent.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes or characters are not present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

God or Christians are not negatively portrayed.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Sarah finds strength to stand up to the bully.

Faith & Hope30

Jewish traditions and cultural practices are central.

Love & Friendship40

Sarah values her friendships and family relationships.

Forgiveness & Redemption50

The story emphasizes understanding, empathy, and forgiveness.

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