The Bravest Dog Ever: The True Story of Balto

Balto leads the dogsled team that is carrying medicine for very sick children. Will he make it through the blizzard in time? A true story for beginning readers. Full-color illustrations. Ages 7-10. Paperback; 48 pages.

A True Friend

“Sold!” The auctioneer shouted. Lighting, a black pony with white socks and a blaze was led away from the sales tent. This book has color illustrations and is suitable for beginning readers. Paperback.

True to the Last

Arnold, a lame and sickly boy, goes to live with his mother’s friend “Aunt Mary.” Then Arthur, a boy bent toward making trouble, lying, and deceit comes to stay. A prized butterfly collection is ruined and the blame is wrongfully placed on Geoffrey. Will the truth ever be known? 192 pages; paper.

Three for the Cross

Dutch Freedom Series book 1. Martyrs for the true faith are common people like you and me, people who faced fear and perplexing situations but found grace to follow the way of the cross. And in the cross they found true freedom of soul and spirit. Some took up the cross and found peace. Some turned away. 162 pages; paperback.

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.

Bound by Ice

In the last half of the 19th century, “Arctic fever” gripped the American public. This book tells the story of the expedition led by George Washington De Long aboard the USS Jeannette. They left San Francisco in the summer of 1879. In mid-September, the ship became locked in ice and drifted for almost two years. Eventually, the ship was crushed by ice and sank. The men escaped the ship, heading for civilization in extreme conditions. Read this riveting, true-life adventure! 191 pages; paperback. Proofreaders’ note: For school library use, you will need to decide how to handle some sensitive terms used on pp. 32 and 62.

Sometimes Mirrors Lie

Do mirrors lie sometimes? Do muscles make us strong? Do pretty faces make us valuable? What does God value as true beauty and strength? Most of the stories in this book are true episodes in the lives of young teens, written in an interesting way that we can all learn from. 41 stories; 284 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.

An Otter’s Story

Otters are fascinating, lively creatures. They love to slide in the snow, wrestle in the forest, play water tag, and search for crawfish. This action-packed story about Ottiga and Beauty and their family is based on true events that happened to otters the author knew, in territory he has trapped and hunted in. It gives a fascinating peak into the lives of some of God’s wonderful creatures! 191 pages; paperback.

Stranded

The late March snowstorm took everyone by surprise – even the bus driver. The bus pushed through the snow, which was piling up deeper and deeper. But suddenly it stopped! They were stuck – in a blizzard! This is a true story from nearly 100 years ago. 48 pages; hardcover.

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