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Redwood Pioneer
Betty Stirling. Ten-year-old Mikey is a bit sad to be moving, but he is also excited to be a pioneer. Deep in the redwood forest, the O’Grady’s build a new cabin, clear land for a garden, and Pa begins harvesting tanbark. One day Pa and the big boys leave to take the bark to Santa Cruz. Mikey is the man of the house, and there is a wounded grizzly bear in the area. 156 pages; paperback; PrairieView Press.
Soft Rain
It all begins when Soft Rain’s teacher reads a letter stating that on May 23, 1838, all Cherokee people are to leave their land and move to what many Cherokees called “the land of darkness”: the West. Soft Rain is confident that her family will not have to move because they have just planted corn for the next harvest, but soon thereafter, soldiers arrive to take nine-year-old Soft Rain and her mother to walk the Trail of Tears, leaving the rest of her family behind. Ages 8-12. 115 pages; paperback. Random House.
Soun Tetoken Nez Perce Boy Tames a Stallion
This is a story of a young Nez Perce who found a coyote pup and inherited a wonderful stallion. It is about growing up and becoming a man. But it is also the sad story of the running war the Nez Perce fought defending themselves from the U.S. Army as they tried to escape war and fighting by moving to Canada. 262 pages; Grandview Publishing.
Spotted Boy and the Comanches
Way back on the West Texas frontier, life was good, except for the Comanche raids! Thad Conway loved his life in this wild area – until one day he was captured by Comanches and carried off a prisoner. This is the story of his life with the Comanches. Could he still remember God’s Word? Could he ever love these people? 155 pages; paperback.
Swift Arrow
George Boylan, a young pioneer boy in the 1700s, is captured by native Americans and raised as the son of a mighty chief. He spends his time learning the ways of his captors and yearning for the day that he might find a way to return to his loving family. This is the true account of his life with the tribe, his eventual escape, and his journey back home. 129 pages; paper; TEACH Services, Inc.
Switherby Pilgrims
In 1825, concerned for the future of her ten orphan charges in the grim factory towns of their native England, Miss Arabella Braithewaite, known to the children as Missabella, decides to take a land grant in Australia and makes the long, daunting journey with her wards to the austere bush country of New South Wales. Ages 9-12. Paperback; 195 pages.
Tangled Waters
Tangled Waters tells the story of an Indian girl, brought up with the traditional background, and exposed, through an accident, to a white civilization. She returns home, determined to merge the two. This story paints a colorful picture of traditional Navajo life and American culture amid the conflicts between the old and new. 212 pages; paperback
The Adventures of Laura & Jack
Join the original pioneer girl in this Little House chapter book, adapted from Laura Ingalls Wilder’s beloved classics. Illustrated with beautiful new black-and-white artwork, this repackaged edition includes bonus material such as games, activities, and more! 102 pages; paperback. Proofreaders’ note: There is one instance of inappropriate language on page 65.
The Arrow Over the Door
Is it possible to be peaceful during a time of war? A young Quaker lad during the Revolutionary War is about to find out. A group of Indians shows up at a Quaker meeting. What will happen? Told from the alternating viewpoints of the young Quaker and a young Abenaki Indian, this story is based on a true happening. Ages 8-14; 89 pages; paperback.
The Arrowhead
For many years, an arrowhead lay buried in the soil of an Indiana farm. The native who had shot it was long forgotten. Decades and generations came and went, and it was left hidden and untouched. Then came Ted, praying and searching for an arrowhead like those his sisters had found. History comes alive through this beautifully illustrated tale. 42 pages; hardcover.
The Captive Princess
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 Pocahontas, the Powhatan princess who saved the life of John Smith. 142 pages; paper.
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The Christmas Surprise
When Indians burn her home, kill her parents, and take her young brother captive, Kate Stewart has no one to turn to but Uncle Josh, a circuit rider in the back country of Pennsylvania. Her uncle takes Kate to the Moravian town of Bethlehem, where he thinks she will be safe during the fall of 1775. While staying in Bethlehem, Kate learns of a planned attack on the town on Christmas Eve. She also discovers that true strength lies in peace with all people and trusting in God. 159 pages; paperback. Proofreader’s note: Instances of deceit on pp. 134-135, 144.
The Courage of Sarah Noble
In 1707, young Sarah Nobel and her father traveled through the wilderness to build a new home for their family. “Keep up your courage, Sarah Noble,” her mother had said, but Sarah found that it was not always easy to feel brave inside. The dark woods were full of animals and Indians, too. And Sarah was only eight. The story of Sarah’s journey is inspiring.
The Lewis and Clark Expedition
This book presents the story of the amazing Lewis and Clark expedition in an interesting way at a reading level appropriate for younger students. It details the planning needed before heading out, tells of hardships faced on the way, contains examples of the men’s journals, etc. Ages 6-10; 48 pages; paper.
The Lost Children
A gripping saga of a young family living in Ohio’s woody frontier. One evening young Willie and Mary went to bring home the cows, but, unable to locate them, they wandered deep into the woods where they spent the night. The two wandered many days trying to find home. Though wild animals threatened, the Lord protected them until an Indian friend found them. This true story was first printed many years ago. 219 pages; paper.
The Master’s Trade
With high hopes, John Rittenhouses’ parents join the surge of Mennonites into the American frontier. The Master Craftsman carves out young John’s faith and character in this budding wilderness where medical help is scarce and hard work, danger, and Indians are plentiful. Through life’s many experiences, John learns that God strengthens and molds lives. Illustrated. 169 pages; paper.
