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In My Father’s House, by Corrie Ten Boom
This is the life story of the young Corrie Ten Boom. As she matures, she reaches out to others, helping form girls’ camps for activities and learning about the Lord. Later still, her family takes in children who need a home. Fast paced and alternately humorous and sobering, it makes for interesting reading. 197 pages; paperback. Note: You may be familiar with “The Hiding Place,” a story about how the Ten Boom family sheltered Jews during World War II. This book tells about the years before the war.
Indian Captive: The Story of Mary Jemison
Lois Lenski; middle/upper. Twelve-year-old Mary Jemison lived on her family’s farm in eastern Pennsylvania. Her life changed forever when she was captured by a band of Indian warriors. Based on a true story, here is the unforgettable tale of the legendary “White Woman of the Genesee.” Harper Trophy. $6.99, paper.
Inferno in the Lost Pines
A few sparks on a windy day in Bastrop, Texas, started a major fire, and in its path were many homes nestled among the loblolly pines. Despite firefighters’ best efforts, the fire became a monster that couldn’t be stopped. People left their homes and returned a few days later to smoking ash heaps. This book gives their personal stories, how to fight a forest fire, and how to plan a yard with fire prevention in mind. 228 pages; paperback.
Jerry Muskrat
One of Thornton Burgess’s delightful children’s stories, written in the early 1900s. There are 32 titles available. These books are good reading for children, and adults will also enjoy them! They may be ordered individually, or the full set may be purchased at a discount. This book has 90 pages. Paper.
Jessica’s First Prayer and Jessica’s Mother
This sad story begins in nineteenth century London, where poverty-stricken children had to fend for themselves. Jessica had no father or mother. Daniel, a coffee vendor, showed her a little kindness and offered her food once a week. Then Jessica became very ill. Will someone love her and give her a home? 123 pages; paper.
Jim Elliot: One Great Purpose
Jim Elliot and his fellow missionaries were focused on taking the Gospel to the Auca Indians in Ecuador, no matter the cost! In the end, it cost their lives. Read this book to learn the back story of the man at the center of this well-known missionary tale. 189 pages; paperback.
Jimmy Skunk
One of Thornton Burgess’s delightful children’s stories, written in the early 1900s. There are 32 titles available. These books are good reading for children, and adults will also enjoy them! They may be ordered individually, or the full set may be purchased at a discount. This book has 87 pages. Paper; Dover Publications.
Joanna’s Journey
Rebecca Martin. A journey from Fayette County, Pennsylvania, to Fairfield County, Ohio, would take a matter of hours today. But for Joanna Huber and her family, moving to the western frontier in 1803, this would be a long trip full of danger and adventure. Along the way ten-year-old Joanna learns about the journey of faith, where God’s love is the guiding light as we travel through life. For ages 8 and older. 168 pages; paper.
Johann Gutenberg and the Wonderful Secret
This true story happens in 1450 in the city of Mainz, Germany. Johann Gutenberg has a secret that will change the world! The story of the invention of the first printing press comes alive in this book for young children. 48 pages; hardcover.
Johnny Appleseed
David Collins; middle. Young John was restless. By 1792, when he turned eighteen, his feet were itching for travel. His father handed him a parting gift and said, “As long as you carry God’s Word, your path will always be straight.” Although Johnny headed west, the roads he took weren’t always straight. In his knapsack he carried his Bible and as many apple seeds as he could stuff in. The only roots he knew were those he planted for others-the rich, growing roots of seedling apple trees. This is the biography of Johnny Appleseed. 150 pages; paperback.