The fool of the world and the flying ship
Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1968
A young Russian peasant boy named Ivan embarks on a quest to win the hand of a princess, aided by magical helpers.
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 story contains no violence.
No profanity is used in the narrative.
No blasphemous content is included.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is present.
The story is not scary.
Magical elements and talking animals are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story is a traditional Russian folktale.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceIvan shows courage in undertaking his quest.
Christian faith is not a theme in this folktale.
Ivan's desire to marry the princess shows affection.
The story has a happy ending with rewards.
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