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The Gray Eyes Family
Written in the 1950s, this story for children tells about a Navajo family who has grown up in the traditional ways of their people, but they are starting to become acquainted with the missionary, the government, and the world beyond their immediate surroundings. The oldest son wants to go to school. And the missionary and the Trading Post man say the baby needs a name paper. What shall they do? Whom shall they trust? 127 pages; paperback.
The Great Pyramid
This colorful book explains life in ancient Egypt and tells the story of the building of the Great Pyramid. It touches on the beliefs of the ancient Egyptians, explains how the Pharoah had so much power, and tells why the Great Pyramid was built. 48 pages; paperback; Mikaya Press
The Honey Makers
Gail Gibbons. How sweet it is! Thousands of bees visited more than one million flowers to gather the nectar that went into that one-pound jar of honey. Here’s the buzz on how these remarkable insects work together to create this amazing food. Ages 6-10. 32 pages; paperback; Mulberry Books. Proofreader’s note: Reference is made to 80 million years.
The Incredible Journey
Instinct told them that the way home lay to the west. And so the doughty young Labrador retriever, the roguish bull terrier and the indomitable Siamese set out through the Canadian wilderness. Separately, they would soon have died. Together, the three house pets faced starvation, exposure, and wild forest animals to make their way home to the family they love. The Incredible Journey is one of the most popular children’s stories of all time. 148 pages; paper. Proofreader’s note: The poem The Beasts is included in the front of the book. It seems to belittle man’s accountability to God.
The Knight’s Journey
The knight had the greatest horse, the finest castle, and plenty of gold. But he was not happy. “Maybe,” he thought, “the old man in the forest can tell me how to find happiness.” The wise man told the young knight that a drink of the legendary waters of St. Metz would bring happiness. Hardcover; color illustrations; 58 pages.
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 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 Little Boy Who Changed the World
Ruby was a little girl who dreamed of growing up and changing the world. When she grew up, God asked her to be a teacher. And she worked with a little boy who couldn’t run like the other children. But he taught her how to change the world. 25 pages; hardcover.
The Little Medicine Carrier
George is the medicine carrier for a country doctor. As he walks many miles in all kinds of weather, he is subjected to a variety of temptations. He must not fail, or he will lose his job. A children’s story from an eighteenth century book rewritten in modern English. 65 pages; paper.
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 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.]