Spike - and the footy shirt
Age rating: Ages 9–13 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2000
A young boy named Spike faces bullying at school and finds a way to stand up for himself.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentThe story is completely free of sexual content.
Bullying incidents and minor physical altercations occur.
There is very mild, infrequent profanity.
No blasphemous language is used.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
The story is realistic and not scary.
No occult or supernatural elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The story focuses on social dynamics and resilience.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceSpike finds the courage to confront his bullies.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Friendship and support are important themes for Spike.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.
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