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Dolly the Milk Cow
Pleasant Valley Farm Series. These books will delight young children. They each tell the story of a special barnyard animal in a warm and personable way. The colorful illustrations by help tell the story. The books are hardcover with quality binding and paper. Read about a patient, faithful milk cow that always led the other cows to the barn at milking time, even when it was dark or icy. Illustrated by David W. Miller; 48 pages.
Dolly, Dear Dolly
The true story of a raccoon raised by a family in New Mexico. Dolly came to the Neill family as an orphaned raccoon just days old. The family enjoyed feeding Dolly and watching her grow. Later she became mischievous. The Neills learned that it is challenging and fun to raise a raccoon. 136 pages; paper.
Dolores and the Big Fire
Dolores is a cat. She lives in a house with Kyle. She is scared and timid, so Kyle leaves the lights on at night. But one night she does a brave thing. The house is on fire, so Dolores scratches Kyle’s face to wake him up! Read this story to see how she saves his life, but almost dies herself. Preschool – age 9; 32 pages; paperback.
Dusty: The Story of a Wild Dog
When Dusty the wolfhound pup is only nine days old a freak accident separates him from his mother. He is adopted by a she-wolf named Old Gray. Old Gray tries to instill in Dusty the fear of men but only partially succeeds. Young Matt Henderson eventually catches Dusty and tames him. Dusty is loyal to Matt, except when he runs off in pursuit of a ferocious enemy. Ages 9-15; 252 pages; paperback. Proofreader’s note: There is one instance of inappropriate language on pp. 192.
Emma’s Little Bit of Heaven
Emma and her family live in a house beside a creek. They love picking wildflowers for their home. The flowers are disappearing. When Emma discovers a little hidden hollow full of wildflowers, she wishes it could stay untouched. She has a BIG IDEA! It’s not just the flowers! It is about how she feels when she’s there. Will her idea work? Paperback, 31 pages.
Empire State Building
When construction of the Empire State Building began in 1929, it was planned as the world’s tallest building. This book tells the story of its construction – including how steel rivets were heated in a coal furnace and then tossed to the riveter who pounded them into the metal beams. Many pictures and illustrations throughout the book make it fascinating for school-age children. 48 pages; paperback.
Escape into the Night
Freedom Seekers book 1. Libby Norstad’s life has changed to anything but ordinary. In 1857, when she comes to live on her father’s steamboat, Libby’s curiosity ensnares her in a mystery. What secret is Caleb the cabin boy holding so closely? And how can Jordan, a fugitive slave, possibly reach safety and freedom? 247 pages; paperback.
Escape North
This story for 2nd and 3rd graders tells of Harriet Tubman’s life as a young slave and about how she escaped north to freedom. It tells of how she helped rescue other people from slavery in brave trips to the South, and explains the Underground Railroad to children. 48 pages; paperback.
Explore: A Search for Changes
Open this book for hours of skill-building pleasure! On each page spread are two look-alike pictures. But wait – if you look closely, you will find ten differences between the two pictures. And there are objects at the bottom of the page for the very young to find in the pictures, and a quiz hint at the top of the page. 50 pages; hardcover.
Explore: With Numbers and Colors
Enjoy a search for hidden objects while learning color words and numbers. This book builds visual skills and memory with interesting full-color pictures. A friendly koala on every page will be fun for small tots to find, while riddles give older children an added challenge. 48 pages; hardcover.
Family: The Gift That Lasts Forever
Six young lads and a sister, motherless. It was so sudden and unexpected. How would they cope now that Mom was gone? Who would take care of them? Tragedy struck hard around Linden, Alberta during the twenties and thirties, and some of their cousins had also lost a parent or even siblings. But the children were young, resilient and surrounded by caring relatives. This true story of how they grew up during years of drought and poverty and even invented plenty of their own fun will make inspired reading. 189 pages.
Fighting the Good Fight
“Be a good soldier,” Jack’s mother tells him before she dies, “and always use the King’s weapons . . . obedience, faith, and love.” Being a soldier is much harder than Jack thinks. Jack finds himself the target of mean tricks and false accusations. Can he remain faithful? 160 pages; paper.
Finding Providence
The story of Roger Williams. Roger Williams taught that church and state should be separate and that England had no right to take land away from the Indians. When he was tried for preaching new ideas about freedom and found guilty, he fled into the winter wilderness where the Indians took him in. For young children; illustrated. 48 pages; paper.
Fireside Tales
One of the stories, “Danny’s Buried Treasure,” tells how Danny wanted a puppy. Danny says, “I wish I could find a buried treasure. I’d buy the littlest puppy.” Find out where Danny discovers his buried treasure. One of the eight books in the set “A Treasury of Stories.” Silhouette style illustrations; 64 pages; paper.
Flame and Ashes
Triffie is a rich tomboy who is somewhat spoiled. In 1892, a huge fire burns a large part of her city, St. Johns, Newfoundland. Papa’s shop and their beautiful house are all burned down. Together with the rest of the family, Triffie learns to make do with what they still have, and becomes a more caring person in the process. Ages 9-12; 193 pages; hardcover.