Bertha and the best Machine competition
Age rating: Ages 9–13 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1989
Bertha competes in a machine-building competition, facing rivals and technical challenges.
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 competition-related conflict exists, not violent.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language or themes appear.
No substance abuse is featured in the book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The story is lighthearted and not scary.
No occult or magical elements are included.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story presents a neutral worldview.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceBertha shows determination and ingenuity in her work.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Bertha shows camaraderie with her fellow builders.
No themes of grace or repentance are explored.
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