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Book Thoughts: Mountain Born (Yates)

Type: chapter bookAges: 5-8Author: Elizabeth YatesIllustrator: Nora S. Unwin Though the story is mostly secular, the man who works on their farm appears to be a solid believer. He teaches the boy good lessons in a couple instances. This is…

Book Thoughts: A Question of Yams (Repp)

Type: short chapter bookAges: 5-8Author: Gloria Repp Though the story is brief, it is impactful. It clearly paints the scene of a young local boy–what his part of the world looks like with bits of their culture sprinkled in. The…

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.…

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