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Book Review – Centurion’s Daughter

Centurion’s Daughter is a thoughtful and compelling journey to a little-known period of history when an empire fell and the foundations of Christendom were laid.

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Avery's Battlefield
Posted in Book Reviews History

Middle-Grade Civil War Adventure

Avery’s Battlefield is a sweet historical novel for middle school students. The story follows two years in the life of Avery, a young teen boy, during the Civil War. This book would be a great way to introduce kids to that tumultuous time in American history.

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Posted in 5th grade 6th grade 7th grade 8th grade English High School Social Studies / History

A “Little House” Book for a New Generation

“Prairie Lotus” by Linda Sue Parks is a “Little House” book for a new generation

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Learn About the Apparition of Our Lady of Good Hope

The Woman in the Trees is a story of the apparition, but also the story of a community and family dynamics. The pain and trials of these immigrants is tangible. Adele’s struggles to share the Good News are also realistically portrayed. This is a wonderful story for a family read aloud or for older children, teens, or adults to read on their own. It is appropriate for ages 10 and up.

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Sweeping YA Historical Romance

A fabulous book set in the Civil War that will sweep you away and provide some important discussions.

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Beautifully Composed Novel

This beautifully written Young Adult novel centers around the strong faith of two sisters, Emilia and Maria, and their extraordinary talents.

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Posted in 6th grade 7th grade 8th grade Book Reviews High School History

Night of the Cossack – historical fiction for teens

Middle school and high school students searching for adventure or interested in Russian history will enjoy Night of the Cossack #historicalfiction #teens

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Beautiful Historic Fiction

Playing By Heart by Carmela Martino This beautifully written Young Adult novel centers around the strong faith of two sisters, Emilia and Maria, and their…

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The Other Side of Freedom
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Fascinating Historic Teen Fiction

The Other Side of Freedom by Cynthia T. Toney In case you’re not familiar with Cynthia T. Toney, this very talented writer is the author…

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Posted in English Social Studies / History

Erin’s Ring

Erin’s Ring by Laura H. Pearl Waterford, MI: Bezalel Books, 2014 Erin’s Ring by Laura H. Pearl is a delightful Catholic young adult novel. Molly…

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