The Trolley to Yesterday
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1989
Two siblings, a boy and a girl, discover a magical trolley that transports them to different times and places, leading to adventures and mysteries.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this fantasy novel.
There are tense situations and mild peril in different time periods.
No profanity is used in the narrative.
No blasphemy is present in this story.
No substance abuse is depicted in the plot.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
Some historical settings and mysterious elements can be unsettling.
The magical trolley is a central fantastical element.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this story.
The concept of time travel and magical objects is present.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe siblings show bravery and resourcefulness in their travels.
Christian faith is not a focus in this fantasy.
Strong sibling bonds and loyalty are central to the story.
Themes of discovery, problem-solving, and navigating the unknown are present.
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