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Book Thoughts: Adam and His Kin (Beechick)

Type: chapter bookAges: 7-12Author: Ruth Beechick I must stress that it’s very important to read the Preface before embarking on the main journey. Beechick lays out the mindset for her postulation in this book. She has obviously completed an immense…

Book Thoughts: In the Time of Noah (Wilson)

Type: picture bookAges: 6-9Author: N.D. WilsonIllustrator: Peter Bentley This book, like the first in the series, will absolutely require some discussion in your family. Make sure your kids understand that this is just one man’s interpretation. I found it interesting…

Book Thoughts: The Heir of Mistmantle (McAllister)

Type: chapter bookAges: 9+Author: M.I. McAllisterIllustrator: Omar Rayyan Wonderful themes are woven into this book, with the biggest one being “conquering fears.” There are also reminders of trusting in the Heart (the fantasy’s title for God), not gossiping, helping others…

Book Thoughts: Urchin and the Heartstone (McAllister)

Type: chapter bookAges: 9+Author: M.I. McAllisterIllustrator: Omar Rayyan *Though the scenes with this particular animal are creepy, they are countered with the goodness of those who oppose him. There are never any actual spells said or descriptions of his “magic” activities. Regarding good vs.…

Book Thoughts: Berlioz (Brett)

Type: picture bookAges: 2-7Author: Jan Brett In many of Brett’s books, you’ll discover an amusing sub-story within the illustrations. This one is no exception. Lots to study! It’s a great book by itself but could also make a nice addition…

Book Thoughts: Mary on Horseback (Wells)

Type: short chapter bookAges: 8-12Author: Rosemary WellsIllustrator: Peter McCarty I already know I’ll be in the minority on this one, but it’s my account. 😉 We didn’t care for this book at all. However, one positive about it: the described…

Book Thoughts: When You See a Rainbow (Dudley)

Type: board bookAges: 0-5Author: Becki DudleyIllustrator: Laura Watson What a wonderful recovery of God’s beautiful rainbow. It was His first and always will be. Help your children know the biblical truth about the colors they love to draw with!

Book Thoughts: The House on Walenska Street (Herman)

Type: beginner chapter bookAges: 5-10Author: Charlotte HermanIllustrator: Susan Avishai *There was a fun sprinkling of non-English words. Here are their meanings: Oy, gevald = a Yiddish phrase of exasperationshmatte = rag or shabby garmentshreib = writefaygeleh = little birdiepogrom =…

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