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Inferno in the Lost Pines
A few sparks on a windy day in Bastrop, Texas, started a major fire, and in its path were many homes nestled among the loblolly pines. Despite firefighters’ best efforts, the fire became a monster that couldn’t be stopped. People left their homes and returned a few days later to smoking ash heaps. This book gives their personal stories, how to fight a forest fire, and how to plan a yard with fire prevention in mind. 228 pages; paperback.
Keep the Lights Burning, Abbie
Teenager Abbie Burgess lives on Matinicus Rock with her family. Her father, Captain Burgess, is the lighthouse keeper on this small island miles out from the mainland. In January 1856, Captain Burgess sails to the mainland for supplies. Abbie has helped care for the lights, but now she must do it all by herself. A storm blows in and prevents Captain Burgess from returning. For four long weeks, Abbie and her sisters care for their invalid mother, and Abbie stays true to her commitment and keeps the lights burning. 40 pages; paperback.
Lost on a Mountain in Maine
By Donn Fendler as told to Jospeh B. Egan; middle-grade. When twelve-year-old Donn Fendler gets tired of waiting for his father and brothers to join him on the summit of Maine’s highest peak, he decides to find his own way back to camp. But Donn doesn’t count on a fast-moving fog that obscures the path. He doesn’t count on falling down an embankment that hides him from sight. And he doesn’t count on taking a turn that leaves him alone to wander aimlessly for nearly two weeks in the empty mountain wilderness. A true story. HarperCollins; paperback98 pages.
My Father’s World
Written by a nature-loving missionary in Central America, this book contains interesting descriptions and striking photos of many amazing plants and animals of the jungle. The wonders of creation point us to the Creator who planned it all. This book will delight any nature lover. 147 pages; hardcover.
Rescue on the Outer Banks
It’s October 11, 1896, on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Through the howling wind and lashing rain of a hurricane, 10-year-old Sam Deal and his horse Ginger gaze across the waves. The brave surf-men of Pea Island are struggling to save nine people stranded on a shipwreck. This is Sam’s chance. Can he and Ginger help rescue the victims?
Snow and Ice: Canadian Winter Weather
Why does Canada have such cold weather? Canada is known for its long winters, but there’s more to the weather than snowdrifts and below-zero temperatures. This book is easy to understand and has thrilling true stories of major weather events. Scholastic Canada.
Survival: Avalanche!
“Avalanche!” shouted Alex. “Run!” But Alex and his friends couldn’t run. The swift and powerful flood of snow knocked them off their feet and covered them up. A perfect day to build an amazing snow fort turns into a nightmare. Will they survive? This book teaches important tactics for surviving an avalanche, as well as some ways to handle bullying. 107 pages; paperback; Scholastic.
The Cave Book
Explore deep into the hidden wonders of the earth with a real cave expert! The author takes you on an educational journey through the mysterious world of caves. Discover the beauty in cave formations, learn about the history of man and caves, and meet the unique animals that live in caves. This is all presented from the perspective of a cave expert who believes in Creation and the Flood. 80 pages; hardcover.
The Celestial Message
As you read this book, you will feel drawn into the awe and wonder of the mighty Creator who spoke spoke into existence the spiraling galaxies, glowing nebulae, and massive stars. This is a beautiful book filled with lovely pictures of the sun, planets, interstellar material, and stars. 179 pages; hardcover.
The Finest Hours
During one of the worst nor’easters New England has ever seen, two oil tankers are broken in half, stranding the men onboard. Wild waves up to seventy feet high pummel the damaged ships. The coast guard must attempt one of the most daring rescues ever in these life-threatening conditions. A gripping story about bravery on the high seas. 160 pages; paperback.
The Last River
No European had ever taken boats down the Colorado river and come out alive. In May 1869, ten men boarded four rowboats in Green River City, Wyoming. Three months and 1,000 miles later, two battered boats carrying six exhausted and starving men emerged from the depths of the Grand Canyon. The Last River tells their remarkable story. Color illustrations. Suitable for lower and middle-grade school children. Paperback; 47 pages. Proofreader’s note: Instances of violence and evolution on pp. 12, 35, 43.
The Ocean Book
This book gives a colorful, detailed look at the oceans on planet Earth. Text in differently colored sections throughout is variously aimed at 5th and 6th grade reading level, 7th and 8th grade reading level, and 9th through 11th grade reading level. You will likely learn many things about the ocean that you did not know before! For school and home libraries. 96 pages plus foldout; hardcover.
The Schoolchildren’s Blizzard
Marty Rhodes Figley, illustrated by Shelly O. Haas. This story is based on the true story of Minnie Freeman, a teacher who led her students to safety through the deadly blizzard of January 12, 1888. Color illustrations. Suitable for lower-grade children. 48 pages; paperback.
