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All Four Stars is just a scrumptious book! Gladys Gatsby loves cooking but accidentally set the kitchen on fire just as her parents were coming home. They of course had a bit of a conniption and forbade Gladys from cooking.
This book is set in London during the Blitz after France just fell to Nazi Germany. Hitler plans to conquer England next, and London will take the biggest hits. Many children were sent out of London, so they could be protected from the bombing.
Funny anecdotes and silly pictures help this book appeal to even the most reluctant of reluctant readers. This book highlights the legend of Sir Lancelot, a great knight for King Arthur’s famous roundtable. Sir Lancelot decided to take a break from the roundtable
These books follow two cousins, Angela and Jaime, who are fleeing gang activity in Guatemala. They are threatened by the dominant gang because their brother/cousin, Michael was killed by the gang.
Twelve-year old Amal loves poetry and learning. She dreams of going to university and becoming a teacher. These are big dreams for a young girl from a dusty village located deep in the country of Pakistan.
This delightful little book is, I believe, based on a true story. Journey with Esther and her family prepare their produce for Market.
"Mary's Family Stories" is a collection of short stories written for children to enjoy and learn from.
Happy Hollister books are always fun. A few energetic, respectful children...a mystery to solve...wonderful parents...and of course a happy ending.
I remember distinctly the first book that I read from this author. The book was in the Anna Hibiscus Series, which please read if you have not! I had just come back from a trip to Liberia, Africa. Reading this series definitely takes you back to Africa which out the pricey plan ticket! This book achieves Must-Read status just for its storytelling and cultural education.
Change. None of us like it. All of us go through it at some time. There’s been a lot of change in Ariana’s life. Her perfect, amazing cousin Laila and her mom came from Afghanistan to live with her family. To her dismay, Ariana must share her tiny, crowded room with Laila. As school starts, she also learns that she’s gonna have to share her best friend, Mariam.
Lillie's great-grandparents were slaves. Her grandparents were sharecroppers. Her parents moved north to find jobs away from sharecropping. Lillie herself found work in a white world, enrolled her children in a white school, and saw her son as the first black valedictorian in that white school.
"Ragweed" is a well written, gripping story to read. It follows Ragweed as he leaves the country and moves into the city. Unfortunately, life in the city is lived in a club scene, complete with dyed hair, jewelry, dancing, a bar, and rock and roll music.
Have you ever been gripped so tightly by a story that you could barely move or even breathe until it ended? If not, do yourself a favor and read "Kavik the Wolf Dog." Walt Morey powerfully crafted this story of a sled dog who wrestles with his wolf roots through a plane crash,
In the book "Dream Freedom," Sonia Levitin artfully portrays the struggle of slavery in Sudan. The story reads like poetry, evoking deep emotion as the reader is drawn into the pain of humans ripped away from their families and forced into slavery as animals.
A boy and a fox. Heartbreak and healing. Deceit and forgiveness. Mistrust and loyalty. All these elements combine in "Pax" to create an enthralling and powerful story. Set during a time of war, "Pax" will draw readers into the lives of Peter and his beloved pet.
There is something comforting about reading a Boxcar Children book. Being back in a story with Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny is about like coming home.
We presume that our children will attend school where they will be taught to read and write. We know that no one would get far in today's world without that knowledge. Our homes fill up with books and we spend hours reading.
"Lara's Gift" will capture the heart and attention of any dog-loving reader. Set in Russia, the book follows the joys and heartbreaks of Lara - daughter to the Count's borzoi kennel steward.
Cats. Mice. A raven. Mystery. Suspense. Cheese. Each element in this story is carefully crafted and cleverly worded. Illustrations add detail. Some of the text explores the page in unique shapes.
Books about horses capture the imaginations of many children. The "Backyard Horses" series will be no exception. Full of horses, friendships, sarcasm, and family, these books will be enjoyed while teaching some important truths. The main family is Christian.
