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Teens · Ages 13–16

The sixth man

by John Feinstein

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2015

This book follows a high school basketball team as they navigate a challenging season, focusing on teamwork and overcoming adversity.

Concern Level

15/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

15/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the narrative.

Violence / Gore20

The story depicts the physical nature of basketball and occasional minor injuries.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may be present in dialogue reflecting realistic teen speech.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is grounded in reality and lacks scary elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are explored.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview presented is generally neutral and focused on sportsmanship.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Characters demonstrate courage in facing tough competition and personal challenges.

Faith & Hope0

Faith is not a significant element in this story.

Love & Friendship30

The narrative emphasizes the importance of supporting teammates and working together.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

There are minor instances of forgiveness and understanding between characters.

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