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 | Fraser, Mary Ann | On May 10, 1869, the final spike in North America's first transcontinental railroad was driven home at Promontory Summit, Utah. Illustrated with the author's carefully researched, evocative paintings, here is the story of that great American adventure--and the day Charles Crocker staked $10,000 on the crews' ability to lay a… | Level 43 items | |
 | Johnson, George | A dazzling, irresistible collection of the ten most ground-breaking and beautiful experiments in scientific history. | Educational Resources ⋅ Resources By Subject ⋅ Science | |
 | Polacco, Patricia | The real-life, classic story of a dyslexic girl and the teacher who would not let her fail. A perfect gift for teachers and for reading students of any age.
Patricia Polacco is now one of America’s most loved children’s book creators, but once upon a time, she was a little girl… | Children's Books ⋅ Picture Books | |
 | Nathan Good Family | 1. Honor the Lord Medley
2. Thank the Lord
3. Praise to God, Immortal Praise; Lord, Should Rising Whirlwinds
4. All Flesh is Grass
5. God Never Sows in Vain
6. The Lord Shall Preserve You
7. A Tiny Seed
8. Ah, Holy Jesus
9. Angels Rolled de Stone Away
10. Live a-Humble
11. Thanks Be to God
12. O Lord… | Music ⋅ Nathan Good Family | |
 | Lewis, C. S. | The final book in C.S. Lewis's acclaimed Space Trilogy, which includes Out of the Silent Planet and Perelandra, That Hideous Strength concludes the adventures of the matchless Dr. Ransom. Finding himself in a world of superior alien beings and scientific experiments run amok, Dr. Ransom struggles with questions of ethics… | Classics | |
 | Maxwell, John C. | The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership: Follow Them and People Will Follow You is a 1998 book written by John C. Maxwell and published by Thomas Nelson. It is one of several books by Maxwell on the subject of leadership. It is the book for which he is best-known. | Leadership | |
 | Patrick Lencioni | A singularly relevant application of organizational leadership to the home and family
In this unique and groundbreaking book, business consultant and New York Times best-selling author Patrick Lencioni sets his sights on the most important organization in our lives—the family.
As a husband and as the father of four young boys, Lencioni… | Christian Living ⋅ Leadership ⋅ Family | |
 | Covey, Stephen R. | One of the most inspiring and impactful books ever written, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People has captivated readers for 30 years. It has transformed the lives of presidents and CEOs, educators and parents - in short, millions of people of all ages and occupations. | Leadership | |
 | Lewis, C.S. | "The Abolition of Man" remains one of Lewis's most prophetic works as social relativism has been uncritically adopted by modern thought--in religion, education, and government--opening the door to the post-modern claim that people are free to create their own reality through a sheer act of the will. | Theology & Worldviews ⋅ Doctrine of Humanity | |
 | Lencioni, Patrick | "Organizational health will one day surpass all other disciplines in business as the greatest opportunity for improvement and competitive advantage."
This is the promise of The Advantage, Patrick Lencioni's bold manifesto about the most unexploited opportunity in modern business. In his immensely readable and accessible style, Lencioni makes the case that there is… | Leadership | |
 | Sittser, Jerry | The Christian life is an adventure. Every aspect of it is full of energy and light. Yet too often we stop at one point of interest and go no further. Interweaving stories from a summer vacation, Sittser shows how our lives can include all God has in mind for us… | Christian Living | |
 | Burgess, Thornton W. | Bob White is a busy bird with many friends, so why is he keeping his new nest a secret? Why did Mrs. Bob White choose such a dangerous location for their home? And when a hunter shows up, how will Farmer Brown's boy rescue the imperiled Whites? This wonderful "read… | Children's Books ⋅ Early Reading | |
 | Burgess, Thornton W. | Bobby Raccoon discovers that life can have many surprises when he loses his home, makes new friends, and finds a new home. | Children's Books ⋅ Early Reading | |
 | Burgess, Thornton W. | Gentle morality lessons, delightfully taught, in a tale about an amiable bear who comes to live in the Green Forest. Large, easy-to-read type and charming illustrations. | Children's Books ⋅ Early Reading | |
 | Burgess, Thornton W. | This delightful tale tells of the escapades of Chatterer the Red Squirrel, who's known throughout Green Forest as a mischief maker. When he tries to leave the forest for a new home, he learns that curiosity, carelessness and mistrust can lead to a heap of troubles. 92 pp. | Children's Books ⋅ Early Reading | |
 | Burgess, Thornton W. | Beloved story of a plump little meadow mouse who spends much of his time avoiding the clutches of Hooty the Owl, Reddy Fox and Old Granny Fox, Mr. Blacksnake, and other pesky predators. | Children's Books ⋅ Early Reading | |
 | Burgess, Thornton W. | Determined to see the Great World beyond the familiar vistas of the Smiling Pool, Grandfather Frog tumbles haplessly into the pitfalls of greed, boastfulness, and carelessness. 6 illustrations. | Children's Books ⋅ Early Reading | |
 | Burgess, Thornton W. | Happy Jack Squirrel fills his days with fun and foolishness — even while jealously guarding his winter supply of hickory nuts from his mischief-making cousin, Chatterer the Red Squirrel, and playful Striped Chipmunk.
But the bouncing, bushy-tailed creature's days of comfort and security are threatened when he wakes one morning to… | Children's Books ⋅ Early Reading | |
 | Twain, Mark | Hilariously picaresque, epic in scope, alive with the poetry and vigor of the American people, Mark Twain's story about a young boy and his journey down the Mississippi was the first great novel to speak in a truly American voice. | Intermediate and Young Adult Reading | |
 | Burgess, Thornton W. | Beloved children's classic concerns the problems faced by Jerry Muskrat and the other creatures of the Green Forest when the water stops flowing in the Laughing Brook and the Smiling Pool. Children will love finding out how Jerry, Little Joe Otter, Billy Mink, and others team up to solve the… | Children's Books ⋅ Early Reading | |
 | Burgess, Thornton W. | Jimmy Skunk has a long, hard day but comes out the winner in this captivating tale that tells how Reddy Fox is tricked into doing something he never intended to do and how a mischievous Peter Rabbit gets his comeuppance for playing nasty tricks on fellow creatures of the Green… | Children's Books ⋅ Early Reading | |
 | Burgess, Thornton W. | Spring has arrived at the Green Meadow and Johnny Chuck is restless. He goes wandering, gets in a fight with another woodchuck, and finally sets up housekeeping with Polly Chuck. This delightful classic teaches children important lessons while offering insights into actual wildlife behavior. Includes 6 charming illustrations by Thea… | Children's Books ⋅ Early Reading | |
 | Bergt, Carolyn | Read about Martin Luther, who lived long after Bible times but helped us understand God's Word. Luther reminded everyone that we are saved by God's loving grace alone. | Level 21 items | |
 | Thornton W. Burgess. Paperback. | Something strange is going on in the Green Forest! Sticky-toes the Tree Toad hears his own voice coming from another tree, yet he hasn't said anything. It seems that Sammy Jay is keeping everyone awake by calling "Thief, thief!" but he swears he was asleep. And Unc' Billy Possum is… | Children's Books ⋅ Early Reading | |
 | Burgess, Thornton W. | The arrival of Old Man Coyote causes a lot of commotion in the Green Forest. Master storyteller blends a good story with gentle lessons about nature and virtuous conduct. 6 new illustrations.
"Listen," whispered Jimmy Skunk to Peter Rabbit as the strange howling sound echoed through the Green Forest. But Peter… | Children's Books ⋅ Early Reading | |
 | Burgess, Thornton W. | The Green Forest welcomes Old Mr. Buzzard and his wife, who arrive from the sunny South and teach valuable lessons to Peter Rabbit, Reddy Fox, Sammy Jay, and other locals.
Old Mr. Buzzard has arrived from the sunny South, and he's going to stay in the Green Forest till Jack Frost… | Children's Books ⋅ Early Reading | |
 | Burgess, Thornton W. | Peter Rabbit and the other woodland animals discover that they have misjudged Old Mr. Toad, who also learns some important lessons. | Children's Books ⋅ Early Reading | |
 | Burgess, Thornton W. | The creatures of the Green Forest get a big surprise when Paddy the Beaver decides to build a dam over the Laughing Brook to create a pool of water for his new home. The good-natured beaver's kindness eventually wins him new friends in this timeless tale that imparts valuable lessons. | Children's Books ⋅ Early Reading | |
 | Burgess, Thornton W. | Delightful classic transports young readers to the timeless world of the Green Forest, where Peter discovers the folly of changing his name, outwits the ever-hungry Reddy Fox, manages a number of hare's-breadth escapes, and makes an ill-advised decision to hibernate. Little lessons about the environment and being true to one's… | Children's Books ⋅ Early Reading | |
 | Burgess, Thornton W. | Poor Mrs. Quack the Duck has suffered terrible misfortunes at the hands of hunters. Peter Rabbit and other animals in the Green Forest band together to help. Reset in easy-to-read type. 6 new illustrations.
One day, Peter Rabbit happens upon a surprise visitor to the Smiling Pool. It's Mrs. Quack the… | Children's Books ⋅ Early Reading | |
 | Burgess, Thornton W. | Learn how Prickly Porky makes friends, what makes Old Granny Fox lose her dignity, and more in this entertaining collection of tales from a master storyteller. 80 pages. | Children's Books ⋅ Early Reading | |
 | Burgess, Thornton W. | Timeless fable of an overconfident little fox who steals a plump pet hen and is hotly pursued by Farmer Brown's boy and Bowser the Hound. 6 black-and-white line illustrations. New preface. 96 pages. | Children's Books ⋅ Early Reading | |
 | Burgess, Thornton W. | Sammy Jay often does things he shouldn't do. In particular, he likes to steal things. Much of the time he just struts around trying to look like a fine gentleman in his blue coat and high cap. Burgess' heartwarming tale has thrilled generations of youngsters. 30 black-and-white illustrations. 87 pages. | Children's Books ⋅ Early Reading | |
 | Twain, Mark | Meet the boy who can find trouble without even looking. At school, at home, in church and outdoors, if there's mischief afoot, Tom Sawyer will be in the thick of it! 320 pages. | Literature ⋅ Classics | |
 | Meet the boy who can find trouble without even looking. At school, at home, in church and outdoors, if there's mischief afoot, Tom Sawyer will be in the thick of it! 320 pages.
This edition is part of the beautiful WordCloud Classics series of imitation leather-bound classics. We believe classics deserve… | Intermediate and Young Adult Reading | ||
 | Burgess, Thornton W. | When Unc' Billy Possum learns how easy it is to get into trouble, it takes some doin' to get himself out of his predicament. First of all, he didn't go home when he should have. The next thing he knew, he was a prisoner! But with the help of his… | Children's Books ⋅ Early Reading | |
 | Willard, Dallas | The revered Christian author whose bestselling classics include The Divine Conspiracy and The Spirit of the Disciplines provides a new model for how we can present the Christian faith to others.
When Christians share their faith, they often appeal to reason, logic, and the truth of doctrine. But these tactics often… | Theology & Worldviews ⋅ Apologetics | |
 | Harness, Cheryl | When De Witt Clinton, a young politician, first dreams of building a canal to connect the Hudson River with the Great Lakes, folks don't believe such a thing can be done. But eight long years after the first shovelful of earth is dug, Clinton realizes his vision at last. The… | Level 43 items | |
 | "Step into the world's largest rain forest and learn all there is to know about the mighty Amazon River"--Cover. | Level 34 items | ||
 | Estep, William R. | Four hundred seventy years ago the Anabaptist movement was launched with the inauguration of believers' baptism and the formation of the first congregation of the Swiss Brethren in Zurich, Switzerland. This standard introduction to the history of Anabaptism by noted church historian William R. Estep offers a vivid chronicle of… | Anabaptist History & Thought | |
 | Littell, Franklin Hamlin | This book was originally published in 1952, as the Prize Essay of the Frank S. Brewer Fund of the American Society of Church History, as Volume VIII of "Studies in Church History." Contents: Preface to Revised Edition, Introduction, The Quest for the Essence of Anabaptism, Radicalism in the Centers of… | Anabaptist History & Thought | |
 | Bender, Harold S. | This classic statement about the distinctives of Anabaptist belief was given as the presidential address to the 1943 meeting of the American Society of Church History. 48 pages. | Anabaptist History & Thought | |
 | Joris, David | Discover the writings of a controversial Dutch leader in the Radical Reformation and an early proponent of Christian pacifism.
David Joris (c. 1501-1556) is one of the least understood leaders in the sixteenth-century Anabaptist movement. Yet during his era he was one of the most important Anabaptist leaders in the Low Countries… | Anabaptist History & Thought | |
 | Maloy, Jackie | A True Book: Ancient Civilizations series allows readers to experience what makes each ancient civilization distinctive and exceptional as well look at its influence on the some of the practices of the modern world. This series includes an age appropriate (grades 3-5) introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects and a robust resource… | Level 21 items | |
 | Bruchac, Joseph | For young Samuel Russell, the summer of 1777 is a time of fear. The British army is approaching, and the Indians in the area seem ready to attack. To Stands Straight, a young Abenaki Indian scouting for King George, Americans are dangerous enemies and a threat to his family and… | Intermediate and Young Adult Reading | |
 | Miller, Lucinda | For many years an arrowhead lay hidden, buried in the soil of an Indiana farm. The Indian who had shot it was long forgotten. The generations of settlers who followed, chopping down trees and planting corn, never found it. Decades passed, and other families who worked the land never found… | Children's Books ⋅ Picture Books | |
 | Polacco, Patricia | How did Patricia Polacco discover she was an artist?After spending the summer with her artist grandmother, Trisha knows she wants to be an artist, too. She's thrilled when her sketches get her into Miss Chew's special art class at the high school. A substitute teacher tells her she's wasting time… | Children's Books ⋅ Picture Books | |
 | Rainey, Dennis and Barbara | In The Art of Parenting, Dennis and Barbara will help you to experience God's truth and apply his Word in your family by focusing your attention on four crucial elements in your children's lives:
1. Identity--understanding who they are in Christ
2. Character--learning to live wisely and honorably
3. Relationships--fostering godly connections with… | Christian Living ⋅ Family | |
 | Walsh, John | Whether speaking in front of a small gathering or a large congregation, public speaking may strike fear into the heart of even the bravest person. Plagued by stuttering and resultant problems in school, Walsh still found himself called to be a preacher. "The Art of Storytelling" encourages and teaches anyone… | Leadership ⋅ Communication | |
 | Dalgliesh, Alice | Are there bears on Hemlock Mountain? One boy is about to find out in this classic tale.
People have always told Jonathan that there are no bears on Hemlock Mountain, no bears at all. So he isn’t afraid to set out alone over the mountain. But as Jonathan discovers one cold… | Children's Books ⋅ Early Reading |