The Balloon Boy of San Francisco
Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2004
A young boy's invention, a hot air balloon, leads him on an exciting journey across San Francisco.
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 this story.
The balloon ride involves some peril and near-accidents.
Profanity is absent from the narrative.
No blasphemous language is used.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
Some moments of mild suspense occur during the flight.
No occult or magical elements are featured.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story celebrates ingenuity and exploration.
Christians and God are not mentioned in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe boy shows courage and resourcefulness during his flight.
Christian faith is not a theme in this book.
The boy's passion for his invention is evident.
Themes of grace and repentance are absent.
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