
My Brothers' Flying Machine
by Jane Yolen
Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2003
Two siblings build a flying machine and embark on an adventure to find their missing father.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
There are some mild dangers and chases during the adventure.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.
The adventure has some suspenseful moments.
No occult or witchcraft elements are included.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story focuses on invention and adventure.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe siblings show courage in their quest and inventions.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
The siblings' bond and care for each other is strong.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.
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