The wreck of the Wild Wave
Age rating: Ages 12–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1942
A group of boys on a sailing trip faces a storm and must use their wits to survive.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this book.
The story includes the dangers of a severe storm at sea.
Profanity is absent from the text of this book.
No blasphemy is present in this adventure story.
Substance use is not a theme in this book.
This book does not address suicide or self-harm.
The storm and the shipwreck can be intense for readers.
No occult or magical elements are present in the story.
This book does not feature LGBTQ+ themes.
The story emphasizes resourcefulness and teamwork, not a worldview.
There are no negative portrayals of God or Christians.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe boys display great courage and resourcefulness during the ordeal.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present in the story.
The boys rely on each other, showing camaraderie and support.
The narrative emphasizes resilience and problem-solving in adversity.
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