Playing for change
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1977
A young boy named Billy struggles with his identity and his passion for music in 1970s New York City.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSome mild romantic interest is present between characters.
No violence is depicted in the story.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous content is present.
No substance abuse is a theme.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.
The story is not scary or frightening.
No occult or witchcraft elements are included.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story explores secular societal pressures and values.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceBilly shows courage in pursuing his musical dreams.
Christian faith is not a theme in this book.
Friendship and familial love are shown.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.
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