The Iron Ship (Sparks)
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2000
A young boy named Timmy finds a mysterious iron ship that transports him to a magical island where he must help a king defeat an evil sorcerer.
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.
The sorcerer poses a threat and there are some mild confrontations.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm occur.
The sorcerer and his intentions create some mild suspense.
The story features a sorcerer and magical elements.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the narrative.
The story presents a clear good versus evil narrative.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceTimmy shows courage in facing the sorcerer's challenges.
Christian faith is not a theme in this story.
Timmy shows loyalty to the king and his new friends.
The story focuses on bravery and overcoming evil.
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