
Happy Jack
Thornton Burgess. Happy Jack Squirrel fills his days with fun and foolishness — even while jealously guarding his winter supply of hickory nuts from his mischief-making cousin, Chatterer the Red Squirrel, and playful Striped Chipmunk. But the bouncing, bushy-tailed creature’s … Read More

I Survived: Five Epic Disasters
Lauren Tarshis. This book contains true stories of survival written for older children and young teens. Many adults will also enjoy reading these stories. Included are: “The Children’s Blizzard, 1888”; “The Titanic Disaster, 1912”; “The Great Boston Molasses Flood, 1919”; “The … Read More

Old Mother West Wind
Thornton Burgess. Beloved children’s classic offers warm, whimsical stories about Billy Mink’s swimming party, Little Joe Otter’s slippery slide, Reddy Fox’s fishing expedition, why Grandfather Frog has no tail, other exciting tales. Gentle lessons about nature and wildlife combined with … Read More

Peter Cottontail
Thornton Burgess. One of the most beloved characters in children’s literature, Peter Cottontail is up to his long-whiskered nose in rib-tickling escapades in this delightful classic. With gentle charm and humor, famed storyteller Thornton W. Burgess draws young readers into … Read More

Red, Yellow, Black & White
Children are naturally sympathetic toward those who live in unfortunate circumstances. This book, with its poetic narrative and bright pictures, will spark sympathy and help North American children understand that they live in much better conditions than most children around … Read More

The Courage of Sarah Noble
Alice Dalgliesch. In 1707, young Sarah Nobel and her father traveled through the wilderness to build a new home for their family. “Keep up your courage, Sarah Noble,” her mother had said, but Sarah found that it was not always … Read More

What Do You Find on a Saguaro Cactus
Megan Kopp. Nicely illustrated book for young children, describing the desert and the different living and non-living things that make up a saguaro cactus ecosystem. Preschool to age 10; 24 pages; paperback; Crabtree Publishing Co.

Dannie of Cedar Cliffs
The life story of Dannie Martin offers a glimpse into the lifestyles and hardships of early Mennonite settlers in the U.S. The tale begins during the Civil War and follows Dannie through the joys and trials of a long, faithful life. 261 pages; paperback.

Honesty the Best Policy
Ten character-building stories reinforcing old-fashioned values and principles. Young Advent Pilgrim’s Bookshelf.

Indian Captive: The Story of Mary Jemison
Lois Lenski. Twelve-year-old Mary Jemison lived on her family’s farm in eastern Pennsylvania. Her life changed forever when she was captured by a band of Indian warriors. Based on a true story, here is the unforgettable tale of the legendary … Read More