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The Courage of Sarah Noble
In 1707, young Sarah Nobel and her father traveled through the wilderness to build a new home for their family. “Keep up your courage, Sarah Noble,” her mother had said, but Sarah found that it was not always easy to feel brave inside. The dark woods were full of animals and Indians, too. And Sarah was only eight. The story of Sarah’s journey is inspiring.
The Dutch Boy Story: How to Overcome Fear
Otto lay in bed during war time. He was so afraid of dying! Nobody could tell him how to know if he would go to Heaven when he died. His family immigrated to Canada after the war. His fears continued. Finally he met people who pointed him to Jesus. When he gave his heart to Jesus, he found help for his fear! 40 pages; hardcover.
The Early Years
Witness the Toews family’s trauma when seven young children are suddenly left without a mother. Stand by Pa as he is forced to make heartbreaking decisions. Meet the new Ma whose heart is large enough to love seven motherless children. The first of Mrs. Boese’s books recounting her growing-up years in southern Manitoba. 175 pages; paper.
The Endless Steppe
In June 1941, the Rudomin family is arrested by the Russians. They are accused of being capitalists, “enemies of the people.” Forced from their home and friends in Vilna, Poland, they are herded into crowded cattle cars. Their destination: the endless steppe of Siberia. 243 pages; paperback. Proofreader’s note: This book contains instances of inappropriate language and worldly entertainment.
The Finest Hours
During one of the worst nor’easters New England has ever seen, two oil tankers are broken in half, stranding the men onboard. Wild waves up to seventy feet high pummel the damaged ships. The coast guard must attempt one of the most daring rescues ever in these life-threatening conditions. A gripping story about bravery on the high seas. 160 pages; paperback.
The Girl with Nine Lives
A candid memoir describing the author’s childhood, which began in foster care until she was adopted by a hardworking Christian couple. The book explores her experiences growing up on a farm, her struggles with learning to walk and run, and her many unusual adventures. Stacy comes to realize that God has a plan for her. 191 pages; paperback.
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 Life of Liese
This inspiring book tells about the life of Elizabeth (Liese) Voth Toews. As a child she lived in the village of Nordheim in the district of Memrik, Ukraine. Her life was carefree and happy. But soon trouble came: her father’s death, hunger, wicked men, and effects of the Great War. Read how God opened the door to immigrate to Canada. Here Liese found a life’s companion and a home for her soul. 106 pages; paperback.
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.