As the Mountain Moved
Hedwig Andrae. Set in Switzerland in 1806, this story tells how a Christian fisherman shares the gospel with some youth from the community. Several accept salvation. Suddenly one day the mountainside thunders into the valley, covering several villages and killing … Read More
The Schoolchildren’s Blizzard
Marty Rhodes Figley, illustrated by Shelly O. Haas. This story is based on the true story of Minnie Freeman, a teacher who led her students to safety through the deadly blizzard of January 12, 1888. Color illustrations. Suitable for lower-grade … Read More
In My Father’s House
This is the story of the early life of Corrie Ten Boom, before World War II and her work with sheltering Jews. Corrie was a timid girl when young. She grew up in a busy household with several siblings, a number of aunts, and her devoted father and mother. As she got older she reached out to others, helping form girls’ camps for activities and learning about the Lord. Later still, her family took in children who needed a home. Fast paced and alternately humorous and sobering, it makes for interesting reading. 197 pages; paperback; Lighthouse Trails Publishing.