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Teens · Ages 13–15

Strike three, Marley!

by Susan Hill Long

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2010

Marley, a young girl, navigates the challenges and joys of playing baseball, learning about teamwork and perseverance through the sport.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

19/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

The narrative contains no sexual content.

Violence / Gore10

Mild competition and frustration occur during baseball games.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters in the book.

Blasphemy0

The story does not contain any blasphemous remarks.

Substance Use0

Themes of suicide or self-harm are not present.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

Themes of suicide or self-harm are not present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is free of frightening or scary elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or supernatural themes are included.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story presents a neutral worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are depicted.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Marley shows determination and courage on the baseball field.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a focus of this book.

Love & Friendship30

Teamwork and supporting teammates highlight camaraderie.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Marley learns from mistakes and improves her skills.

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