On my boat
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2000
A boy named Alex spends a summer on his uncle's sailboat, learning about sailing and facing challenges at sea.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
There are descriptions of storms and potential dangers at sea.
No profanity is used in the narrative.
The book does not contain blasphemous content.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
The descriptions of storms might be mildly intense.
No occult or supernatural elements are included.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The story presents a secular, adventure-focused worldview.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceAlex demonstrates bravery and resourcefulness while sailing.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Alex develops a bond with his uncle and the sea.
There are minor themes of responsibility and learning.
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