Skate expectations
by Bill Myers
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1989
A teenage boy named Mike navigates the challenges of high school, sports, and friendships while dealing with his own insecurities.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentMild romantic interest and kissing are present.
Some minor physical altercations and sports-related injuries occur.
Very mild profanity may be present.
No blasphemous language is used.
Substance use is not a theme in this book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
The story does not contain scary elements.
Occult or magical elements are absent from the narrative.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The story focuses on typical teenage experiences.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceMike shows courage in facing his athletic and social challenges.
Faith is not a central theme in this realistic story.
Friendship and loyalty are important themes in the book.
The story explores themes of growth and learning from mistakes.
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