
The Tinker’s Daugher
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 Mary Bunyan, John Bunyan’s blind daughter. 131 pages; paper.

The Treasure Hunt
Amish Frontier Series book 2. The Yoder family moves to Colorado to take advantage of cheap farmland. Young Joe has studied in history class about the gold rush that occurred some years before, and he seeks to find gold to help the family finances. On one of his excursions he meets an old prospector who has sought gold most of his life. Eventually, both Joe and the old man learn about the true treasures that money cannot buy. 155 pages; paper.

The Wahoo Bobcat
The great bobcat reigns supreme deep in the Florida water prairie wilderness. Farmers and hunters fear and hate him. But strange circumstances had propel the boy Sammy and the fierce Wahoo bobcat into an unusual compact of friendship and understanding. Will Sammy be able to help when his animal friend is threatened by dogs and hunters? 207 pages; paperback.

The Warrior’s Shield
Robbing rich barons and squires is dangerous, but Young Alaric wants the life of a highwayman. One day he meets a soldier of the King on a forest trail, and he and others are persuaded to visit the King’s castle. There they learn the true meaning of life. (Sequel to Shining Sword and Song of the Trumpet; the author is a nephew of Charles Coleman.) 150 pages; paperback.

The Weed with an Ill Name
Originally published in the 1800s, this book has been rewritten in modern English for children. George and Fanny stay with their uncle and aunt while their father is recovering from an illness. Uncle James teaches them that their hearts are like a field, and they must guard against the weeds that try to spring up. 106 pages; paper.

The White Feather
Indians were on the warpath. Friends and neighbors were moving away to escape danger. Only Abe and Sarie’s family stayed. Father always had his own way of looking at things. He believed that friendliness and fair treatment would be respected by their Indian neighbors. 64 pages; illustrated; paper.

The Widow’s Son
A collection of reprinted stories from the 19th century. The first, “The Widow’s Son,” is the story of a young man whose move into the city brings an acquaintance into his life who gradually leads him away from the morals he was taught at home. The road of sin destroys his health and peace of mind, but through the prayers of his mother, his life is spared. The second story, “The Watchmaker and His Family,” shows how we can be satisfied in what God has for us, even when it is not all we would want. The third story, “‘Tis All for the Best,” teaches us that our understanding of life’s events can be transformed by our trust in a God who works everything together for our good. 60 pages; paper.

The Wolf King
High in the Rocky Mountains of Alberta, a lively black wolf pup was born. Early in life he had close encounters with man but miraculously escaped. He grew into a mighty 200 pound leader of a pack, and he came to be called the king. His cunning and power seemed almost limitless! Young people will enjoy this thrilling tale of the wilderness and the wild animals and hardy men that inhabit it. 246 pages; paperback; AB Publishing.

The Wright Brothers
Charles Ludwig; middle/upper. A biography of the Wright brothers and how they persevered until they built an airplane that flew. After a series of disappointments and incredible hardship, the Wrights succeeded in proving that they were the first ones to provide mankind with wings. Mott Media. Paperback.

The Yangtze
Molly Aloian. The mighty Yangtze River, the third-longest river in the world, is the birthplace of Chinese civilization. This intriguing book takes readers along this ancient transportation route, strategic natural boundary, and lifeblood of an agricultural society. The river flows eastward from the Tibetan Plateau, crossing thousands of miles before emptying into the East China Sea. Ages 7-12. 32 pages; paperback; CrabTree Publishing.Proofreader’s note: Mention is made of evolutionary time development.

The Young Christian
The main character, Freddie, makes many new friends, some of whom are not good for him. But his best friend, Joe, is alarmed and points him to better paths. Follow Freddie’s adventures and see his transformation from a self-willed young man to a servant of Christ. 106 pages; paper.

Theo, the Big Brother
After years of hard work, struggle, and giving himself to the needs of others, Theodore Bryan’s heart overflows as he anticipates the years to come preaching the gospel to those poor needy souls – just like the Bishop. But it was not to be as Theo planned. Read this touching story and find out how he finds his way and submits to God’s purpose for his life. A sequel to The Bishop’s Shadow. 224 pages; paper.

They’re Off! The Story of the Pony Express
In 1860, with North and South about to be divided by war, East and West were united through an extraordinary venture—the Pony Express. Over the course of ten days in April, eighty riders and five hundred horses delivered mail between California and Missouri—a mission that took three weeks by stagecoach. The spirit of the brave riders and their ponies is captured perfectly in Cheryl Harness’s lively, brightly illustrated, and information-filled account. 32 pages. Paperback.

This Side of the Global Wall
The charts, pictures, and text in this book bring some startling statistics into sharp focus. It shows how much of the world’s wealth is concentrated with a few people, and how much Americans spend on their pets, lawns, hunting, and fishing. The changes in the demographics of America are changing in regards to race and religion are shown, and the advances in technology and communication are clearly illustrated. We live in a unique time with great opportunities. What are you going to do with the “five talents” God has blessed you with? 208 pages; paperback.

Thomas Edison
This book tells the story of Thomas Edison’s life, from when he was a young lad inadvisably playing with fire until he became a renowned inventor. This well-researched book tells the story without covering up his problems. His mind and hands were always busy, tackling the next challenge or idea. But his family life suffered, and there were times when the debt was piled high. A good book to learn the history of the late 1800’s and early 1900’s. Middle/upper grades; 203 pages; paperback. Proofreader’s note: One instance of inappropriate language on pp. 183.




