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Book Thoughts: The Light at Tern Rock (Sauer)

Type: short chapter bookAges: 8-12Author: Julia L. SauerIllustrator: Georges Schreiber Beautifully written, this book is certain to remind readers of the true meaning of Christmas (not in very many details, but it makes the point). Additionally, there are examples of…

Book Thoughts: Huguenot Garden (Jones)

Type: chapter bookAges: 9+Author: Douglas M. Jones III *We don’t necessarily agree with all the theology, but it provides wonderful discussion. The main topics you might want to prepare for are infant baptism and covenantal children. **Probably the most difficult…

Book Thoughts: The Legend of St. Nicholas (Mackall)

Type: picture booksAges: 4-8Author: Dandi Daley MackallIllustrator: Richard Cowdrey I applaud the author on this one! She expertly crafted a story which combines the message of the greatest gift ever given (God giving His Son to save His people) with…

Book Thoughts: Caddie Woodlawn (Brink)

Type: chapter bookAges: 8-12Author: Carol Ryrie Brink Caddie is immediately likable by all! Throughout the story, she occasionally struggles with the balance between being a tomboy and being a lady, eventually finding a happy middle. There are a few suspenseful…

Book Thoughts: The Borrowers (Norton)

Type: chapter bookAges: 7-12Author: Mary Norton *The Borrower daughter and mother don’t always speak respectfully to each other, but, like other characters you’ll encounter, their personalities are exaggerated to the point of amusement. There is one particular human who is…

Book Thoughts: Thanksgiving Is Here (Goode)

Type: picture bookAges: 3-7Author: Diane Goode Families have all types of characters, don’t they? This family is no exception, which makes them all gathering together that much more special! Life would be boring if we were all the same. 🙂…

Book Thoughts: Thanksgiving in the Woods (Alsdurf)

Type: picture bookAges: 3-8Author: Phyllis AlsdurfIllustrator: Jenny Løvlie It’s so fun to learn about how other people celebrate this beloved holiday! This one is told by a young boy as he anticipates and plans for Thanksgiving with much excitement. The…

Book Thoughts: The Thanksgiving Door (Atwell)

Type: picture bookAges: 3-10Author: Debby Atwell This is one of my all-time favorite Thanksgiving books. It begins with the poor lady burning their dinner. She and her husband decide to check out the new restaurant on their street and end…

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