Recent reviews:
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Love, Amy
This compilation of newsletters from China over the course of 10 years make a wonderful story of God's work in a life and school. -
Joey
How can hurting horses help hurting children? -
Twig the Collie
After being accused of committing a crime, Gordon is sent to a farm to spend the summer—but when his cousin turns against him, will he learn to be peace-making and loving even when his efforts are not rewarded? -
Skippack School
After his family moves to Pennsylvania, young Eli begins school with Christopher Dock as his teacher. -
Hostage on the Nighthawk
After his silence leads to dire consequences two times, Theo learns to speak up for the right—but will the pirate's treasure be enough to set his mother free? -
Eeny, Meeny, Miney, Mo—and Still-Mo
A naturalist tells the story of a set of baby squirrels he, his wife, and a young soldier friend raised, and how the squirrels helped provide therapy to the soldier later. -
Alan Shepard: Higher and Faster
Alan Shepard's goal in life was to fly higher and faster than anyone else. -
Friend Penn
The life of William Penn is told briefly in this beautifully-illustrated hardcover book. -
Little House on the Prairie
Laura and Mary move with their family to Kansas to begin a new life there. -
No Regrets
A family follows God's leading for their lives, and find themselves caught in the crossfire of an African civil war. -
Heidi
When a little girl is taken from her beloved grandfather and their mountain home, can God possibly bring good out of her sadness and homesickness? -
Crossroads Among the Gentiles
The story of Jesus' ministry to the Gentiles is told through the eyes of three different children. -
The Adventures of Lily Lapp series
Over the span of four books, Lily Lapp grows up from a 5-year-old to an adventuresome 11-year-old, learning many lessons for life along the way. -
Candle in the Darkness
Caroline lives in Virginia, and while her family owns slaves, she abhors slavery during the Civil War. -
When We Were Shadows
Walter tried to make sense out of hiding from the Nazis with his Jewish family by writing about his experiences to his grandmother. -
Charley
When her daughter's birth mother suddenly reappears after 15 years, what should Charley do? -
A Surprise for Lily
A little Amish girl continues learning about life as she enjoys her family and school. -
Too Much Salt and Pepper
Two funny porcupines set the stage for a summer of laughter and learning. -
Evolution: The Grand Experiment Vol. 1
This beautiful, full-color hardcover book presents arguments both for and against evolution. -
The Mayflower Secret
After being the last person to see Dorothy Bradford alive on the Mayflower, Elizabeth Tilley felt crushed by her guilt at not being able to bring herself to tell anyone. -
The Thanksgiving Story
The three Hopkins children have adventures as they go with their family on the Mayflower to a new home. -
Sarah Morton's Day
Words and pictures follow a young Pilgrim girl through a typical day in 1627. -
There's a Sheep in my Bathtub!
An American family followed God's leading to Mongolia as missionaries, and experienced both joys and tragedy while there as they saw God working. -
A Father's Promise
When they are separated at the beginning of World War II in Poland, Rudy's father promises him that they will be together again. -
Away Goes Sally
A little girl who lives with her aunts and uncles goes on an amazing trip with them. -
Squanto, Friend of the Pilgrims
A young Indian boy goes to Europe with the first of the white men's ships that he ever sees, and eventually helps the white men who settle in his former home in America. -
Peter and the Pilgrims
Peter finds himself living with the Separatists, and he travels to America with them, on the Mayflower. -
Om-kas-toe of the Blackfeet
Blackfeet twins, a boy and a girl, find a horse and help their tribe. -
Little House in the Big Woods
Two little girls enjoy a year of life on the frontier in Wisconsin. -
The Marvelous Mustard Seed
A parable of Jesus is retold for little children, accompanied by beautiful pictures. -
Go West!
As you travel by train across the United States and Canada, you will learn about the history of trains. -
The Promise
Two sisters cling to each other in a concentration camp, trying to survive and stay together. -
The Boy Who Fell Off the Mayflower
John Howland traveled to the New World with the Pilgrims, nearly losing his life on the way. -
The Pilgrim's Voyage to America
Two flies tell the story of the Pilgrim's trip to America. -
The Mayflower
With paintings and brief text, the story of the Pilgrim's voyage to America is told for young children. -
Fur, Fins and Feathers: The Invention of the Modern Zoo
One man who loved animals made huge changes in the way animals were housed in zoos. -
Pocahontas
Pocahontas and John Smith tell the story of the first year of the European settlement in Jamestown. -
Large Family Logistics
The mother of a large family shares tips and ideas she has learned over the years about the art and science of managing the large family. -
Pocahontas and the Strangers
The story of a brave Indian princess is told in simple language for young readers. -
Alien Intrusion
The phenomenon of strange flying objects being seen has been discussed for centuries—but what is it, really? And what should a Christian’s response be to someone who has seen one of these things? -
Princess Cut
After her boyfriend breaks up with her, Grace must figure out what it truly means to love someone—and whether she can trust God in the romance department or not. -
Kate's Dilemma
Pirated CDs are being used as a cover for selling drugs—can Kate and her team stay safe as they try to figure out who is doing it? -
Quest for Leviathan
After the Leviathan claimed Anath’s father’s life, Anath is determined to conquer it…but when things go awry, he learns there’s something even more important than a dragon to conquer. -
Journibles: The 17:18 Series
A unique devotional/Bible study journal that helps you study the Bible by itself, and write your thoughts and reflections alongside the Biblical text. -
A Light on the Hill
After accidentally killing her two future step-sons, Moriyah must flee for her life—but with her past already haunting her, will she ever be able to find peace again? -
Fine Print
When challenged to solve a mystery, Madeline quickly realizes there’s more to a riddle than meets the eye—is she able to solve it before it’s too late? -
Eternity in Their Hearts
A well-known missionary takes a look at how God prepares cultures around the world for the amazing news of Jesus before they’ve ever even heard of the Bible or Jesus Christ. -
The Kitten in the Well
A delightful picture-book style early reader with fascinating stories about a little girl named Mae and her adventures with her family and animals. -
Before Columbus: The Americas of 1491
What were the Americas like before Columbus landed? This book answers that question and more in this riveting, quick overview of what we can learn from archaeology about ancient American history. -
Peace Child
The amazing story of a young couple who tried, and without God would have failed, to bring Christ to headhunting people.
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