
The Little Woodchopper
One morning, shortly after his father’s death, young William awakes in the middle of the forest to find himself completely deserted through the trickery of his five heartless brothers. Left alone in strange surroundings, William turns for help to his Savior. After two narrow escapes, he and his faithful dog Caesar find a cottage on the edge of the woods where they make a discovery. 64 pages; paper.

The Lollipop Store and Other Stories
From the lollipop store to Rufus the kingly cat, these twelve stories about the escapades of four-year-old Jon and his sister Lucy will provide hours of enjoyment for children—and plenty of life lessons too. Great stories to read to your Sunday School Class! Ages 4-8. Paperback, 144 pages.

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 Martin Family
Read about the homespun adventures of the Martin family. Christian principles and godly conviction are a vital part of their lives. Children will identify with experiences such as a lesson on grumbling and the worry and prayers when Mother is very sick. These interesting family tales will help teach life lessons. Ages 8-10; 145 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.

The Mississippi: America’s Mighty River
Robin Johnson; lower/middle. This engaging and colorful book will bring alive the history, geography and power of one of North America’s greatest rivers. Many colorful pictures. This book can be enjoyed by beginning readers as well as middle-grade students. 32 pages; paperback. [* A time frame of thousands of years is mentioned on page 8.]

The Night the Angel Came
This is the true story of a girl born in Korea and adopted by a loving couple from America. She suffers from distressing nightmares. One night a bright and calming presence enters her room. Nice illustrations. Preschoolers and ages 7-10; 24 pages; hardcover.

The Nile
Molly Aloian. The Nile is the world’s longest river and the birthplace of one of the greatest civilizations of the ancient world. This book takes readers along the “River in the Sand” as it flows north from its source in central Africa to the Mediterranean Sea, crossing thousands of miles of desert. Ages 7-12. 32 pages; paperback; CrabTree Publishing.Proofreader’s note: Mention is made of evolutionary time development.

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 Phantom Deer
The story of a man, a boy, and a Key deer — an endangered species of miniature deer found in the Florida Keys. Hickey does not appreciate visitors to the Keys, and he is uneasy when his great-nephew Jack comes to visit. Jack is also nervous, but quickly changes his mind when he befriends his uncle’s Key fawn. Follow along as together the three encounter exciting adventures in the beautiful tropical Keys. 192 pages; paperback.

The Pig under the Pew
Three mischievous boys, an equally mischievous little pig, a little girl wandering where she shouldn’t – these all combine to give the church caretaker a lot of trouble, especially since he was already grumpy over his missing glasses. But then the glasses are found, the caretaker is glad, and all are happy friends once more! Preschool to age 8; 48 pages; paperback; Inheritance Publications.

The Pineapple Story
This story about conquering anger took place in Dutch New Guinea. With the basic principle of giving everything we own to God, the missionary learned to overcome his anger about his stolen pineapples. In doing so, he witnessed to those he came to help. A good story for young and old alike. 44 pages; hardcover.

The Railway Children
This classic was first published in 1906. The comfortable lives of three siblings are interrupted when their father is taken away, accused of something he did not do. The children and their mother are forced to move to a small country cottage near a railway station. Their adventures include planning a birthday party for the trainmaster, rescuing a boy with a broken leg, and preventing a train wreck. For ages 9-12; 188 pages; paper.






