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Tom Swift and His Motor Boat: Or, the Rivals of Lake Carlopa cover
Teens · Ages 13–17

Tom Swift and His Motor Boat: Or, the Rivals of Lake Carlopa

by Victor Appleton

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2009

Tom Swift embarks on thrilling adventures with his innovative motor boat, facing rivals and solving mysteries on Lake Carlopa.

Concern Level

15/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

11/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this adventure story.

Violence / Gore20

The narrative includes chases and confrontations with rivals.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is absent from the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is used in the story.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

The story does not depict suicide or self-harm.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some tense moments and potential dangers exist.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this narrative.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story celebrates ingenuity and problem-solving.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christian characters are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Tom and his companions show bravery in facing challenges.

Faith & Hope0

Explicit Christian faith is not a focus of the plot.

Love & Friendship20

Loyalty and teamwork are demonstrated among the friends.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and repentance are not central.

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