School Library Books

John Dyck. A book of fourteen true stories written to help children see and learn more about the wonders of creation. ­Illustrated. 104 pages; ­paper; Dyck.

Anonymous. “Feeble-minded” Gerrit’s only friend seemed to be his dog, Brownie. Then one day his foster father sent Brownie far away. Will Gerrit ever get his dog back? Will his foster father, a lawbreaker, be brought to justice? Also included … Read More

Carol Matas. A diary of a young girl and her family aboard the Prince of Wales ship. After reaching the New World in 1815, they join the settlement in the Red River area. Hardships and difficulties are a way of … Read More

H. F. Ellison. “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 … Read More

Avi. 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 … Read More

Mona Dunckel. Charlie and his family are missionaries in Ethiopia. When the government becomes unstable, their family is in danger. Charlie learns faith in God for His keeping and protection after his father is arrested. For young readers. 101 pages; … Read More

Elva Hurst. A lunch box exchange at school, a pet lamb, fresh strawberries, a playful pet raccoon, a birthday celebration—Elva’s spring is filled with many good things. And she made it through fifth grade arithmetic, too. 72 pages; paper; Silver … Read More