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Teens · Ages 13–17

The fortunes of the team

by Ralph Henry Barbour

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1928

This novel continues the adventures of schoolboys, focusing on their participation in sports, school events, and the development of their friendships.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

14/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this novel.

Violence / Gore10

Minor competitive roughhousing occurs among the boys.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is absent from the dialogue and narration.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is used by the characters.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not depicted in the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

This book contains no scary or horror elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the narrative.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

God and Christians are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Characters show courage in facing athletic and social challenges.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith elements are not central to the plot.

Love & Friendship20

Friendship and loyalty among the schoolboys are key themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

The narrative emphasizes fair play and good sportsmanship.

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