T.J.'s secret pitch
by Fred Bowen
Age rating: Ages 9–13 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1996
T.J. is a talented baseball player who must overcome a secret fear to succeed in a crucial game, learning about courage and teamwork.
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.
Mild competitive conflict occurs during the baseball games.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present in the text.
No substance abuse is depicted in the narrative.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are portrayed.
The story is not scary or frightening.
The story focuses on sports and personal growth, not the occult.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The book focuses on sports and character development.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceT.J. demonstrates courage by facing his fear.
Faith is not a central theme in this sports story.
Teamwork and camaraderie are important elements.
The story does not focus on themes of grace or repentance.
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