The big match
by John Goodwin
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2000
Two boys, one from a wealthy family and one from a poorer background, compete in a football match that tests their friendship.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the narrative.
Some rough play occurs during the football match.
Mild, infrequent profanity may be present.
No blasphemous language or themes are included.
No substance use is depicted.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
The story is not scary or frightening.
No occult or magical elements are featured.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
Themes of social class may be explored.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters display determination during the competition.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Friendship and loyalty are tested and shown.
No themes of grace or mercy are central.
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