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Follow Me
A sequel to A Captain for Hans and The Brickmakers. The difficulties for the Schweitzers of the Palatinate continue as they try to live their faith despite the pressures from the rulers. The next generation is faced with making their own decisions about what they believe. There must also be a decision made about traveling to the New World: a land where people can worship God as they choose. 178 pages; paperback.
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Forty Acre Swindle
Dave and Neta Jackson. “Freedom” in Alabama in 1898 feels like only a step away from slavery. The Turners own a forty acre farm, but the land is run down from growing cotton year after year, the debt is piling up, and prejudiced neighbors make life difficult. But then George Washington Carver comes around with his teachings about how to make the land more productive, how to grow different crops, and ways to make their own soap and whitewash. Hope springs up for Jesse and his family! 141 pages; paper; Ages 8-12.
Freedom Train: The Story of Harriet Tubman
Born into slavery, young Harriet Tubman knew only hard work and hunger. Escape seemed impossible and dangerous, but Harriet was strong-willed and courageous. “Someday,” she said, “I’m going to be free.” When she finally did escape by the Underground Railroad, Harriet did not forget her people. A true story of Harriet Tubman’s bold and daring life. 191 pages; paperback.
Freedom’s Pen
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 freed slave and author Phillis Wheatley. 143 pages; paperback.
Freedom’s Star
This is a story of two families. Both want to get to Canada. In this sequel to Clyde the Rebel you will again meet Peter Miller, now grown up. The Miller family sells the farm in Pennsylvania to buy many acres in upper Canada. You will also meet the Bolgers, who are fleeing a cruel existence as slaves on a Virginia plantation. To arrive in Canada represents their only hope of freedom! Along the way, they spend a few nights in the secret cellar on the Miller farm. 182 pages; paperback.
Friend Penn
This short book with colorful pictures helps children visualize the story of William Penn Jr. Against his wealthy father’s wishes, he joined the plain and simple Quakers. After his father’s death, Penn used his inheritance to acquire land in the New World where people could live in peace and worship God. This book describes his kind and fair dealings with the Indians. Ages 8-10; 59 pages; paperback.
Generating Wind Power
Niki Walker; lower/middle. Learn about the history of windmills, energy and what it does for us, and how man is using amazing wind turbines to harvest energy from wind today. Many color illustrations. This book can be enjoyed by beginning readers as well as middle-grade students. 32 pages; paperback; Crabtree Publishing Company. [* A time frame of millions of years is mentioned on page 30.]
Gentle Ben
This story took place when Alaska was America’s last great frontier. Mark Andersen’s only friend is Ben, an Alaskan brownie cub. Mark’s parents can see there is a special bond between their son and the big bear. But some people in town just can’t understand. They want to get rid of Ben. There is danger and excitement for Mark as he struggles to save his gentle friend. 191 pages; paper.
George Müller: The Guardian of Bristol’s Orphans
George Müller was an unhappy, rebellious youth, but was converted to Christianity before he married. After marriage, he opened his home to hungry orphans despite scarcely having enough to feed himself. With God providing for them, the Müller house became known as the “Breakfast Club” for thirty orphans. Eventually, he would give homes to over ten thousand children. 208 pages; paperback.
George Washington Carver
Born to slave parents, young George was orphaned before he could walk. In his youth he fought poverty, and throughout his life he battled prejudice. Yet George Washington Carver emerges as one of history’s most re-markable men! “The Lord has guided me,” Carver was often heard to say. Experience his joys, sorrows, anxieties, and zeal for learning of God’s creation. 138 pages; paperback.
Gerrit and His Dog and the Royal Law
“Feeble-minded” Gerrit’s only friend seemed to be his dog, Brownie. Then one day his foster father sent Brownie far away. Will Gerrit ever get his dog back? Will his foster father, a lawbreaker, be brought to justice? Also included is “The Royal Law,” which is about Hans, a boy whose home is unhappy. Then he learns about the Golden Rule. The story ends with the parents also living by the royal law. 89 pages; paper.
Glimpses of the Past
This book, edited by Alice Warkentin, contains the story of the late Vada Friesen and includes memories of her childhood and youth years at Fairview, Oklahoma. Read about the twin girls, the tornado that hit their farm, and the many everyday happenings that were a part of her family’s life. 91 pages; paper.
Go West with Miners, Prospectors, and Loggers
When gold was discovered at Sutter’s Mill in California, word spread quickly. Soon three-quarters of the male population of San Francisco headed out to “the diggings.” Many thousands from far and near joined them in the next few years. Life in the area was forever changed! This book tells this thrilling story with concise text snippets and colorful pictures. 32 pages; paperback.
Go West with Settlers and Farmers
This book tells the exciting story of how the American and Canadian West was settled. First came explorers, followed by people seeking opportunity and land to farm. Read about how the land settlement came at great cost to Native peoples, and learn about the wars and other major events that shaped the West. 32 pages; paperback.
Good News for Children
Dating back as far as the mid-1800s, the stories in this anthology teach timeless values such as honesty, integrity, and courage. Written in a clear, vivid style that holds the attention of the reader and impresses the lessons deeply into the mind. Good stories for reading out loud. 82 pages; paper.