Mrs. Stephen Friesen. A story about a girl named Sara Jane and her life during the 1850s. There are happy times and sad times, from “Company’s Coming” and “Papa Is Gored by a Bull!” to “Threshing.” Written for young teens … Read More
Dick Anderson. This book is a collection of eighteen short stories about Keyangak, a missionary in Kenya. Read about lions, hyenas, crocodiles, and snakes as well as the human beings who live and work alongside them. 96 pages; paper; Christian … Read More
Kate Hayden; lower/middle. Amazing buildings, some ancient and some modern, are featured in this book. It has colorful pictures and easy-to-read text. Read it aloud to preschoolers or buy it for those reading on their own. DK Publishing; paperback.
Marjorie Flack. Angus, the little Scottie dog, has learned many things. But he hasn’t learned about cats. Then one day there is a cat lying on the sofa. How fascinating! But when he chases her upstairs it seems she disappears. … Read More
Marjorie Flack. Angus is a little terrier who is curious about everything, but especially about what makes that big noise in the next yard. Then one day the door is left open, and he scurries off to see what is … Read More
Classic Dick and Jane stories which many adults remember from their own childhood. These are delightful books for your first graders to start with. Sally said, “Away we go. Away we go in the car. Mother and Father. Dick an … Read More
In a forest in Minnesota, a baby porcupine is born. The youngster, called a porcupette, is big and already covered with quills. But she will still have some growing to do before she is safe from predators. In the meantime, … Read More
C.W. Anderson. When Billy and Blaze spot smoke in the brush, they race around the woods to sound the alarm. At the end of the day, Billy and Blaze are rewarded for their bravery—carrots for Blaze, chocolate cake for Billy, … Read More
C. W. Anderson. Billy and his horse, Blaze, are looking for adventure as they set out to explore the countryside. But when they find an abandoned quarry, they are in for more than they could have imagined. Not only does … Read More
C.W. Anderson. Billy and Blaze head west again in another adventure. This time they come face-to-face with a ferocious mountain lion. They chase the wild cat into its den and help capture it. 47 pages; paper; Aladdin.
