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Teens · Ages 13–15

The Goalie From Nowhere

by Alan MacDonald

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1998

A boy who dreams of being a soccer goalie finds himself unexpectedly playing for a team in a mysterious town.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

14/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this story.

Violence / Gore10

Mild competition and sports-related physicality exist.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the narrative.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the book.

Substance Use0

No substance use is shown.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some mild suspense regarding the town's mystery.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

No non-Christian worldview is promoted.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

The boy shows courage in pursuing his dream.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship30

Teamwork and camaraderie are present.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace or repentance are present.

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