
Nobody’s Boy
This is a story of an “orphan” boy. When he is eight, he finds out that the woman he thought was his mother is not. He had been found abandoned as a baby, and had been kept with the hope of a fine reward when his rich family finds him. But the family needs money, and he is sold to a traveling entertainer. Follow his wandering life, sometimes so hopeful and sometimes so hopeless, to the surprising conclusion of the story. 237 pages; paper.

Nobody’s Girl
Thirteen-year-old Perrine arrives in Paris with her sick mother. They want to get to her dead father’s relatives north of Paris before their money and health run out. However, the mother dies while still in the city, so Perrine journeys on alone. Even in her desperate poverty, she will not stoop to stealing but proves her truthfulness and loyalty at her new job. And in the end, her dying mother’s vision came true, for she had said, “I see my darling will be loved!” 220 pages; paper.

Nova Scotia
Did you know that Nova Scotia has the world’s highest tides? Have you heard of the great explosion when two ships collided in the Halifax harbor? This book contains many interesting facts about Nova Scotia. Ages 8-12. 44 pages; paperback. Scholastic Canada. Proofreader’s note: Reference is made to millions of years.

Old Nick and Bob: Two Dogs of the West
“Old Nick and Bob” is a book about two dogs wandering through the American Old West. Old Nick, raised and loved by a boy until tragedy struck, is a gentle but wary giant of a dog. He finds and befriends Bob, a three-month-old puppy separated from his mother. Old Nick protects his new friend, trying to keep him safe from the dangers of the wilderness, but especially from man. 239 pages; paperback. Proofreader’s note: An instance of inappropriate language is found on page 100.

Omkastoe, Blackfeet Twin Captures an Elkdog
Three hundred years ago, the Blackfeet people knew nothing of horses, or “elkdogs” as they would later call them. They hunted buffalo on foot, which was difficult and dangerous. The people and their dogs carried heavy loads as they traveled from place to place. Read this book to learn about that time, and get a glimpse of the wonder as they see their first elkdogs! 215 pages; hardcover.

On the Banks of Appletree Creek
“Judith”; middle/upper. Let’s relive the adventures with the Stoltzfus family on the banks of Appletree Creek. Judith, Oscar, and Noah had fun exploring Appletree Creek. They wondered what it would be like to have a city boy come and stay with them-he wanted to learn to work hard like these children. There are many other adventures to share with the Stoltzfus family. Pathway. $4.00, paper.

Ornament of Grace
Contains 20 stories for adolescent girls. You will read about girls just like you who are discovering a real-life way to find grace. Here you will find girls facing the challenges of pride, jealousy, gossip, and relationships. They also find blessings, humility, and joy. 138 pages; paperback.

Orville Wright
This is the story of Orville Wright, who, together with his brother Wilbur, pursued the idea of powered flight. They operated with careful observation, perseverance, and ingenuity. By trial and error they worked through problems one by one until that exciting day in 1903 when they took to the air! 203 pages; paperback.

Papa Joe’s Family
Join the Joe Schmidt family on a Missouri farmstead as you read about the flood of 1951 and the abundance of fresh fish afterward, butchering day, the country school, and the changes electricity brought. Appreciate the values Papa and Mother imparted to their family. 116 pages; paper.

Paradise Valley
Amish Frontier Series book 4. When education laws begin to make life difficult, some Amish fathers take a stand. Facing persecution, a decision is made to move to Mexico. Pioneering is not easy, and difficulties with the new government and some rebel soldiers are unexpected challenges. 187 pages; paper.

Part of the Family
This book is written to children who have been adopted. Each chapter is about a Bible character who experienced difficult or unique family situations, including Moses, Joseph, Esther, and Jesus. God has a way for us to overcome our problems and fears. This book is also directed to all Christians – God chooses each of us and invites us to be adopted into His family. Ages 12 to adult; 77 pages; paper.

Paula the Waldensian
An interesting story of a family in Old France. Paula has been brought up to love the Lord Jesus and to read the Scriptures. Later, she is orphaned and moves into her cousins’ home where reading the Bible and religion is forbidden. Paula’s loving obedience, friendliness, and overflowing love for everyone she meets and wins the hearts of the family and others. 191 pages; paper.

Peter and the Pilgrims
Join Peter Cook as he experiences the good and bad things of life. He lives as a bound boy in England but is suddenly thrust out of the household that was home. In time, he travels across the Atlantic Ocean and meets the Indians, with whom he celebrates the first Thanksgiving. 119 pages; paper.






