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Henner’s Lydia
Lydia is a young farm girl who lives near Lancaster, Pennsylvania. All summer long she has worked on her first “piece,” a hooked mat that must be done before she can go with her father to market. There are many things more interesting than sewing, however. Illustrated. Herald Press.
Hilltown Friends
More stories about the Martin family as well as other families in the Hilltown area. Respect and appreciation for God and His ways permeate these stories. Widely varying topics such as manners, envy, graduation, conversion, dealing with disappointment, new neighbors and death in the family are touched on. Ages 8-12; 217 pages; paper.
Holman KJV Compact Bible, Brown LeatherTouch 6826
Words of Christ in red, 6-point type, ribbon marker, topical subheadings, sewn binding. Full-color maps, limited concordance, Bible dictionary, and a where-to-turn section. Page size is 6 5/16 by 4 1/8; thickness is 7/8 in. Brown leathertouch with embossed cross on cover.
Home on the Blue Ridge
This book continues the story begun in Home on the Rock Pile. The Yoders begin operating Faith Mission Home for disabled children. Read about fishing for trout, fussing with siblings, and searching for lost Rosie. A good book to read as a family and for children ages 8-14. 345 pages; paper.
Home on the Rock Pile
In the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia is an area called Shifflet’s Hollow, a land of hills and valleys, creeks, hollows, rocks, wild-flowers, bears, and skunks. Nestled atop a rocky knoll is a little white cabin that is home to little Paul and his lively siblings. Their father is a missionary preacher who tries to reach out to the self-reliant mountain folk around them. This is an interesting book to read as a family and for children ages 7-12. 190 pages; paper.
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.
Horse Stories from The Man Who Played With Sticks
Written by an experienced horse trainer, this book illustrates parallels between training horses and teaching important life lessons to people. As children read or listen to the stories, they will catch something they can understand. Adults will see additional truths at a deeper level. 120 pages; paperback.
How’s Inky?
A porcupine and his pals offer some highlights on happiness. Join Sam and his unusual pet for a grand mixture of troubles and pleasures. You’ll discover why it takes a lot of “quill” power to put down How’s Inky? A story for animal lovers. 127 pages; paperback. Proofreader’s note: p. 77 reference to the millennium.
Humpy the Moose
Forest Friends Series #1. Little Humpy the Moose comes into the world as a long-legged baby who needs to be hidden from enemies. But each day he learns more and grows fast. At about one year old he must make it on his own. Children will enjoy this story about how a scared little animal grows up to be master of his part of the world. There is a full color, full page illustration across from each page of text. 60 pages; hardcover; Northstar Books.
I Survived: Five Epic Disasters
This book contains true stories of survival written for older children and young teens. Many adults will also enjoy reading these stories. Included are: “The Children’s Blizzard, 1888”; “The Titanic Disaster, 1912”; “The Great Boston Molasses Flood, 1919”; “The Japanese Tsunami, 2011”; and “The Henryville Tornado, 2012.” 166 pages; hardcover.
I Survived: Nature Attacks!
This book contains true stories of survival from four different nature attacks. These stories are written for older children and young teens, and the focus is on young survivors. But many adults will also enjoy reading these stories. Included are these four accounts: The Deadly Shark Attacks of 1916; The Great Peshtigo Fire of 1871; A Venomous Box Jellyfish Attack; and The Eruption of Mount Tambora. 166 pages; hardcover.