George Washington was a legendary president with a history full of legends. Lincoln was the only president to have been elected unanimously, never lived in the White House, and is known as “the father of our country”. There is a long list of wonderful children’s books written all about George Washington. You will discover these trivia facts […]
Abraham Lincoln Kids Books (What to Read Wednesday)
Abraham Lincoln was a legendary president and a man of many talents. Lincoln was the only president to have a patent, he loved animals, and read his Bible everyday. There is a long list of wonderful children’s books written all about Abraham Lincoln. Did you know that he won his first bid for the presidency? […]
Washington & Lincoln Books (What to Read Link Up)
I can’t wait to see what you have to share this week! Anything family friendly and literature related is welcome to link up and/or comment below! Today I’ll share some of our favorite Washington and Lincoln books. These are appropriate for elementary ages, but enjoyable by any age. Be sure to come back on Friday for our […]
Historical Biographies for Kids & Free Printables (What to Read Link Up)
A great way to inspire kids Something happens to us as children when we read about other children who shared similar experiences as a child and yet were able to do or accomplish great things. There is a spark of hope within us that ignites the fuel of motivation and inspiration when we hear of […]
Christian Biographies (What to Read Link Up)
Who are your hero’s? Apart from my husband there are several people who are my heroes, people who I look up to and who have a certain character quality or accomplishment that I wish to emulate in my life: My Grandmas, My Aunt Mary, Amy Carmichael, David Livingston, Lillian Trasher, Darlene Diebler Rose, Robert Jaffray, […]
Missionary Biographies (What to Read Link Up)
Who are your heroes? Many of my heroes are people I’ve met through the pages of my favorite missionary biographies. My children have met many of their heroes in the same way, through books or DVDs documenting the life, adventures & ministries of so many great men and women. It thrills me to hear Flower speak […]
Martin Luther (What to Read Link Up)
While a lot of the world have traditions that celebrate Halloween or All Hallow’s Eve, on October 31st, we choose to focus on a far more uplifting happening in history – October 31, 1517 was the day Martin Luther nailed his 95 Thesis to the door of the Wittenberg church in Germany – a very important […]
No Regrets: The Legacy of William Borden
I didn’t write this story of William Borden. It’s used with permission… and I hope it challenges you. William Whiting Borden was converted to Christianity under the ministry of D. L. Moody. In 1904, he graduated from a Chicago high school. As heir to the Borden family fortune, he was already a millionaire. For his […]