School Library Books

Betty Friesen. This book continues the story of the happy Martin family. Here are stories about Christmas holidays, gifts to a poor family, Gerald’s conversion, Rose’s hospital stay, and trying to be kind to unruly neighbor children. Practical lessons in … Read More

Betty Friesen. Read about the homespun adventures of the Martin family. Christian principles and godly conviction are a vital part of their lives. Children will identify with experiences such as a lesson on grumbling and the worry and prayers when … Read More

J. Keuning; rewritten by Cobie Bos. A delightful story of the early settlers of Holland, Michigan. Who is the man in bearskin? God’s wonderful ways and forgiveness are depicted. 130 pages; paper; AB Publishing.

Louise Boese. Accompany Lucy to school and enjoy the excitement of the first morning’s opening exercises. Be with Verda and Lucy as they enjoy a spirited game of Parcheesi. A Dream Fulfilled continues ­recounting Lucy’s experiences in Mennonite culture. 176 … Read More

Louise Boese. Sympathize with Ma as she is forced to divide her loyalties between a dying mother and a sick daughter. Rejoice with Lucy when Pa brings her a valid teaching permit and her lifelong dream promises to be fulfilled. … Read More

Louise Boese. Find a place in the Pleasant Valley schoolroom to hear the students present a Christmas program. Listen to Lucy’s pounding heart as she comes to grips with her tortured conscience. Winter Snows, a sequel to The Early Years, … Read More

Louise Boese. Witness the Toews family’s trauma when seven young children are suddenly left without a mother. Stand by Pa as he is forced to make heartbreaking decisions. Meet the new Ma whose heart is large enough to love seven … Read More

Louise A. Vernon. Join Peter Cook as he experiences the good and bad things of life. He lives as a bound boy in England but is suddenly thrust out of the household that was home. In time, he makes the … Read More

Louise A. Vernon. The story of Menno Simons as seen through the eyes of his children, Bettje and Jan. Suspense, action, and danger were constant companions of the night preacher’s family. 134 pages; paper; Herald Press.

Louise A. Vernon. The story of the first printing of the Bible with movable type. Twelve-year-old Hans is an apprentice to Johann Gutenberg. Historical fiction for ages 9-14. 127 pages; paper; Greenleaf Press.