Hannah is a helper
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This small softcover story for early readers tells the story of young Hannah, who helps learns to help her family cheerfully and work hard. Large type for early readers. Black & white illustrations. 25 pages. |
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A Fruitful Vine
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After the death of her mother, Miriam is left alone, an attractive forty-year-old. She tries to find fulfillment in working for others. She enjoys the security of her Amish community, the wholesomeness of country living, and her simple faith in God. Yet she longs to be married. Then Nate, a charming bachelor, invites Miriam to take part in a pretend romance to provoke jealously in his girlfriend Hannah, who keeps putting him off. After a summer of "dating" Nate, Miriam finds herself hopelessly in love - but now Hannah claims Nate! Miriam yields herself to God's will, and in the end finds satisfaction and happiness. |
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Alone in London
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God’s love & leading worked out in the lives of an old man, his grand-daughter & a homeless boy. A heartwarming story. Old reprint. 123 pages Ages 12-15 |
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boys and Girls of Colonial Days
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Bailey, C: Illustrated reader teaches about America’s colonial period through delightful stories of children who lived during the struggle for liberty. 124 pages Ages 9—14 |
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Captains, Pirates and Runaways
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Bomans, Godfried: Summer vacation. Fred, Ted & then Ida, their friend and neighbour, leave home for fun & adventure. The boys visit their Uncle Ferdinand, a sea captain and Ida goes to a girl's camp. Ages 8up. |
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Judy's Own pet kitten
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Rook, An: Set in rural Canada, the story of Judy, first losing her own kitten, then taming a wild stray cat with kittens, and finally rescuing the tiniest one from a flood, is well told and compelling. Ages 6-10 |
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Probable Sons
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Amy Le Feuvre. A lovely story where the heroine is a charming child, who in a most winning way applies to everyday life the parable of the Prodigal Son, whom she mis-calls "The Probable Son.' It is scarcely possible to praise too highly this delightful volume. 94 pages. 8 years up. Time period Nineteenth Century. |
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Rainbow Promise
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Landis, Mary M: Although the three west children try to be happy and helpful when Father is gone for a month in the summertime, they miss him and find the extra responsibilities hard to cope with. They might have been able to handle the extra load it it had not been for the accidents that happened, that Mother got sick, and that they ran out of money and a lot of things they needed at the same time. Mother tries to keep the children contented and happy by reminding them of God's promises, and of His instructions on how His children should face the unpleasant things of life. The summer has its bright spots too: surprises, gifts, answers to prayer, special visitors - and God's many rainbows. In the end there is a grand surprise for Father - and another rainbow. Hardcover with lovely illustrations throughout by Edith Burkholder. Ages 8 up 195 pages. |
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Robbie's Light
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Frost, S. Annie: A special story about Robbie, an orphan boy. Robbie desires to 'let his light shine' amidst the teasing of boys and struggles he has with Mr. Grover. The dramatic end shows how his example and light shone & thus glorified his Father in Heaven. 53 pages. Ages 8-12 |
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The Earth is round
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Young Cornelia Harms stood with her famaily in the crowded station. After hundreds of boxes were loaded, people began boarding. It was exciting, firghtening and sad. Life wound never be the same. The late 1800's were not ordinary times for Mennonites in Russia. The Czar has broken the promise. With Mennonite youths no longer exempt from military service, Cornelia's entire colony was moving to Canada. The family left behind a married sister and a homeland they would never see again. Homesteading in a new land was difficult. Deaths of dear ones left Cornelia's faith shaken and her heart wrenched, bitter and searching for peace. This is a sad story of material wealth eroding spiritual fevour and conviction. It is a powerful story of God's sovereignty and faithfulness. It is a joyful story of restoration and hope. And it is a sobering story, reminding us our times of peace and prosperity could quickly change. |
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The Towerclock Stopped
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de Haan, J: This is a story about a surprise attack by the Spanish army on Sluis, a small city in a southern coastal province of the low countries, now known as the Netherlands. During the early 1500's, the Reformation spread through the low countries. Emperor Charles V tried to stop this threat to Roman Catholicism by persecuting the Protestants. His son Phillip the Second of Spain stepped up this persecution. As a result the nobles, led by William the first of Orange, revolted against his harsh rule. The Dutch fought for their freedom from Spain in an eighty year war, from 1568-1648. This surprise attack on Sluis was part of that war. Ages 8 and over. 114 pages. |
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Alone in London
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Stretton, Hesba: This is the story of an old man who has lived a hard life and experienced much poverty. He has a young grand-daughter who comes to live with him, as well as a homeless boy. We see how God's love and leading is worked out in each of their lives. It is a heart-warming story. A reprint from the D.L. Moody Colportage collection. Paperback 113 pages and a wonderful addition at the back of "Man's Questions, God's Answers" which clearly defines the Scriptural passages necessary for leading a soul to Christ, and the words to some beautiful old hymns as well. Read aloud for 8 up and Read alone 10 up. Caution: The book's subject does detail the death of a child which brings you tears!! |
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Surprise in a boot and other stories
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Janet Martin Sensenig: when Sara got her boots from behind the woodpile one snowy morning, the surprise she received was a great one indeed. Alvin was not prepared for the surprise mother gave him the day she drove the school van. Then Deborah had a big surprise too the day she went to the produce market with mother - in fact she had two surprises. The book includes Jason's school problem, Sandra and Philip's walk to the barn in the dark one night, the picnic lunch that was a big disappointment for Marie, and Ann and Lori's school plans that Father changed. Read what Michael did with his chocolate bar, what happened when father was going to show the children a hornet's nest, how Mother taught Ellen and Timothy about waiting. A collection of short stories centered on Biblical truths for younger children. Each story teaches a lesson. The text is for children who are already reading but the stories can be read aloud to any young age. Filled with lovely illustrations. Soft cover. 164 pages. |
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The Man that Rum made
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A selection of Character building stories from a century ago. Published as a companion to "The King's Daughter" and "Tiger and Tom", this book contains the same type of heart touching, life changing stories designed to build character. Contains 30 short stories. Line illustrations throughout. Softcover. 254 pages. |
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The Missing Popcorn and other stories.
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Allan is sure that Jackie Taylor has stolen the popcorn from the barn but when things do not turn out that way after all, Allan learns a valuable lesson. This story and a number of others about little children make up the book.
Anne is afraid of Mark in school. Charles and Marlin learn a lesson in kindness to a schoolmate, Carol has a secret that Evelyn wants badly to know, and Roger and Helen find something interesting in grandfather's henhouse. Other stories are about Miriam wishing for pink hair ribbons, company for dinner at Martha Mae's house, Jewel's good report card, Grandma's surprise for Jimmie and Sharon, Diane's many days of sickness, Rodney being a wise son, and Richard and Charles' pea planting problems. Each of the nearly three dozen stories teaches a spiritual lesson that is valuable for young children. There are lessons teaching humility, kindness, unselfishness, happiness, contentment, diligence, and many other virtues. Hardcover, 201 pages. Ages 8 up. |
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Tug of War
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Walton, Mrs. O.F. The young artist, Jack Villiers, goes to the fishing village of Runswick Bay to get away from the pressures of the city and to paint. At Runswick Bay he finds that the simple faith of the fishermen causes him to consider his own life and ambitions. By sports, storms, and dreams he is made to realize that a tremendous conflict is taking place for the control of his own soul and life. Through Christy, the young preacher of the novel "Christie's Old Organ", he finds peace and a purpose to life. Softcover 111 pages. Ages 8 up. |
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Berries berries berries
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Another delightful young children's book from the Little Jewel range. This title tells us about the delights of berries and the yummy things that can be made with them. Softcover 16 pages with detailed illustrations and pleasant text. Good for first readers or read aloud to any age. |
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The Secret Mission #2 in series
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A Huguenot’s dangerous adventures in the land of persecution. Sequel to The Escape. John returns to France on a secret mission with the Dutch Government. 216 pages. Ages 12 up. Time period: 1702-1712 |
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Thomas Skyler Foothills Preacher
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Connor,Ralph: ...young, green, every inch a tenderfoot - sent on his first assignment as a pioneer preacher to the rugged foothill region of Swan Creek. But the rough-and-tumble, hard-drinking cowboys aren't so sure they like the idea of a preacher in their midst. Meet Bronco Bill....Hi Kendal...the Duke...the Old Timer..and of course Gwen...and discover why the impact of "the Sky Pilot" was far different than any would have expected. Ralph Connor is one of the early 20th century's best-loved authors, who brought to life a collection of unforgettable characters from his own experiences in Canada's western frontier. Paperback, ages 12 up. 169 pages. |
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Elsie at Nantucket
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Finley, Martha: At the suggestion of Captain Raymond, the Dinsmore clan sets off for Nantucket for the hot summer months. Their time at the sea is highlighted by picnics and yachting, as well as time spent with one another. It is a grand time away with cousins as well as other family members who do not live at Ion. Captain Raymond continues his efforts to train his children in the way of the Lord, but not suprisingly finds some difficulties with Lulu. And a storm while Bob, Edward, Harold and Herbert are out on the sea raises quite a scare, giving pause to a long reflection on the work of the Saviour. Finally come with the Dinsmores, Travillas, and Raymonds to Ohio to celebrate the one hundredth birthday of Aunt Wealthy. papterback 226 pages 8 up. |
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