Boy Overboard
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2002
Boy Overboard is a historical fiction novel about a young Jewish boy named Josef who is trying to escape Nazi Germany on a ship.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Josef experiences the threat and reality of Nazi persecution and violence.
Mild language may be present reflecting the era and situation.
No blasphemy is present in the text.
No substance abuse is featured in the plot.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
The story contains elements of fear and suspense due to danger.
No occult or witchcraft elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are prominent or affirmed.
The worldview highlights the injustice and evil of the Nazi regime.
Christians are not portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceJosef shows courage and determination in his difficult circumstances.
Christian faith is not a focus of the narrative.
Family bonds and compassion are evident throughout the story.
Themes of grace and repentance are absent.
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