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“How the wind blows tonight!” says Tante Anna. But the van Rossem family isn’t worried. Their house is solid, and strong dikes hold back the sea. Later that night they awaken to the shrieking of sirens and an even more frightening sound, the rush of water flooding the house. Then comes the cry that strikes terror to the heart of every Dutch boy and girl: “Get to your attic. The dike gave way!” 109 pages; paper.
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.
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.
The story of a Slovak boy, who had been orphaned and then raised by the mayor’s wife. When Martinko was eleven, the mayor’s wife died and he went to live with the parish shepherd. Martinko became a shepherd. This was not without hardship, sadness, and adventure. 96 pages; paper.
“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.
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.
A story about the Underground Railroad that helped many runaway slaves to freedom in the mid-1800s. The Quaker home in the story was one of the stations along the way. Here these unfortunate folk were fed, clothed, and hidden from their pursuers. Often under cover of darkness, they were taken to the next station and eventually to safety and freedom. 116 pages; paper.
This book explores the creation through science and the Word of God. For each day of the year, there is a short devotional with scripture references and some very interesting scientific facts. Topics include biology, geology, genetics, and history. Written in a style that is appropriate to be read to young children, yet enjoyable for adults. Over 400 pages of colorfully illustrated commentary; hardcover.
This fourth book in the series continues the story of Stephanie’s true-life adventures as a single schoolteacher working in small Christian schools around the world. Set in the 1990s, the story takes readers to various locales in Canada, the United States, Belize, Haiti, and New Zealand. Each new destination presents its share of challenges and anxieties, all of which serve to fortify Stacy’s faith and draw her closer to God. 209 pages; paperback.
Billy and his pony Blaze set out to explore an old woodland road that goes deep into the forest. But when a large fallen tree blocks their way, they head off of the trail and end up getting lost. Meanwhile, the sky is growing dark with a coming storm. Will Blaze be able to find the trail again and take them home? Illustrated; preschool to age 9; 48 pages; paper.
