New boy in school
by Mike Neigoff
Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1974
A new student, Billy, navigates the challenges of fitting in and making friends at a new school.
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 story.
No violence is depicted in the narrative.
There is very mild, infrequent profanity typical of schoolyard talk.
No blasphemous language is present in the text.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
The story is realistic and not scary.
No occult or supernatural elements are featured.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story focuses on social dynamics and personal growth.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceBilly shows courage in facing social anxieties and making new friends.
Christian faith is not a theme in this book.
The story emphasizes the importance of friendship and acceptance.
Themes of understanding and empathy are present.
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