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Days of Toil and Tears
Sarah Ellis. An orphan, Flora writes an entry in her diary every day. She tells of hard work at the mill, and all the joys and sorrows in her young life. One day, Uncle is injured. Auntie and Flora can’t provide enough by themselves. Then uncle’s brother from out west sends a letter, and a wonderful opportunity unfolds. Ages 9-12; 219 pages; hardcover.
Dog of Discovery
This book gives a detailed account of the Lewis and Clark expedition. Seaman, a large, black Newfoundland is Lewis’ dog and a valuable member of the expedition. Actual excerpts from the explorer’s journals are included. As the main characters are not nonresistant Christians, there is an instance of swearing, some drinking, one killing, and Lewis’ sad end. See pp. 120, 125, 130, and 138 for these objectionable parts. This book is, however, based on the true historical account.
Escape North
This story for 2nd and 3rd graders tells of Harriet Tubman’s life as a young slave and about how she escaped north to freedom. It tells of how she helped rescue other people from slavery in brave trips to the South, and explains the Underground Railroad to children. 48 pages; paperback.
Flame and Ashes
Triffie is a rich tomboy who is somewhat spoiled. In 1892, a huge fire burns a large part of her city, St. Johns, Newfoundland. Papa’s shop and their beautiful house are all burned down. Together with the rest of the family, Triffie learns to make do with what they still have, and becomes a more caring person in the process. Ages 9-12; 193 pages; hardcover.
Freedom Train: The Story of Harriet Tubman
Born into slavery, young Harriet Tubman knew only hard work and hunger. Escape seemed impossible and dangerous, but Harriet was strong-willed and courageous. “Someday,” she said, “I’m going to be free.” When she finally did escape by the Underground Railroad, Harriet did not forget her people. A true story of Harriet Tubman’s bold and daring life. 191 pages; paperback.
Freedom’s Pen
This book is a part of a series the author has written for 10-16-year-old girls. These books will interest other readers as well. Each book is about a girl in history who faced life with faith and courage though challenged by tremendous obstacles and sometimes great sorrow and suffering. This book is based on the life of freed slave and author Phillis Wheatley. 143 pages; paperback.
Friend Penn
This short book with colorful pictures helps children visualize the story of William Penn Jr. Against his wealthy father’s wishes, he joined the plain and simple Quakers. After his father’s death, Penn used his inheritance to acquire land in the New World where people could live in peace and worship God. This book describes his kind and fair dealings with the Indians. Ages 8-10; 59 pages; paperback.
George Müller: The Guardian of Bristol’s Orphans
George Müller was an unhappy, rebellious youth, but was converted to Christianity before he married. After marriage, he opened his home to hungry orphans despite scarcely having enough to feed himself. With God providing for them, the Müller house became known as the “Breakfast Club” for thirty orphans. Eventually, he would give homes to over ten thousand children. 208 pages; paperback.
George Washington Carver
Born to slave parents, young George was orphaned before he could walk. In his youth he fought poverty, and throughout his life he battled prejudice. Yet George Washington Carver emerges as one of history’s most re-markable men! “The Lord has guided me,” Carver was often heard to say. Experience his joys, sorrows, anxieties, and zeal for learning of God’s creation. 138 pages; paperback.
Go West with Miners, Prospectors, and Loggers
When gold was discovered at Sutter’s Mill in California, word spread quickly. Soon three-quarters of the male population of San Francisco headed out to “the diggings.” Many thousands from far and near joined them in the next few years. Life in the area was forever changed! This book tells this thrilling story with concise text snippets and colorful pictures. 32 pages; paperback.
Go West with Settlers and Farmers
This book tells the exciting story of how the American and Canadian West was settled. First came explorers, followed by people seeking opportunity and land to farm. Read about how the land settlement came at great cost to Native peoples, and learn about the wars and other major events that shaped the West. 32 pages; paperback.
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Hand in Hand
Martha is Hellen Keller’s constant companion- the one who communicates with her the best. But it’s not easy keeping Helen out of trouble. Her parents let her do as she pleases, and Martha finds herself sometimes bullied, sometimes a partner in mischief, sometimes a rescuer. And always a servant. Can two such girls ever really be friends? What will happen when the new teacher, Anne comes? 124 pages; paperback. Proofreader’s note: There is one instance of inappropriate language on page 4.
Hoover Dam
This is the story of taming the wild Colorado River and the construction of the mighty Hoover Dam. The years of planning, dangerous working conditions, and details of how the dam was built are all explained in interesting text and clear drawings and pictures. Ages 9-15; 44 pages plus a large fold-out; paperback. Proofreader’s note: Two instances of bad language in the “Voices” sections on pages 17 and 28; reference to “millions of years” on page 32.
I Survived: The Great Molasses Flood, 1919
It sounds rather funny – a “flood” of molasses! But it was not funny for the people caught in it. In the year 1919 a massive tank holding molasses exploded in the city of Boston. A “tsunami” of molasses destroyed buildings and people in its path. Read this historical fiction story to understand what it was like to live through this awful disaster. 94 pages; paper; Scholastic.
