Books

The Martin children were shocked when the door burst open and their brother Wayne strode in, his face grim. "Five of my piglets completely disappeared overnight!" The next morning three more were missing. Had the piglets been carried off by ... Learn more

Peter thought nothing exciting could happen on his uncle’s farm on the Ohio River. But what were the mysterious sounds in the night, skiffs on the river, strange people asking questions, and the lantern in the attic at night? Peter discovere... Learn more

School Potato. Winter of the Noodles. Minnow Pie. These short stories give adolescent readers a glimpse of life for the sons and daughters of pioneers during the 1700 and 1800s. A companion book to Courage That Counts. Learn more

As twelve-year-old Sarah raced toward first base, her legs suddenly crumpled under her. Undeterred, she hopped up and kept running. To Sarah’s dismay, what seemed like only weakness in her legs progressively got worse. Eventually, she needed... Learn more

Like other German cities, Krauter became a blacked out vacuum at night. But tonight Hans felt it was especially quiet. Something must be wrong.Finally Hans arrived at Felderstrasse 21. “Maria,” he hissed. No one answered. Heart pounding, Han... Learn more

Preacher Peter is wakened by strange noises on the roof. To his dismay, he finds young men destroying his thatch. But instead of calling the authorities or shouting threats, Peter and his wife invite the young men in for a midnight meal. The... Learn more

Children aged 11-13 were no different in pioneer days than they are today. Their way of living was different, their pace of life slower, but it still took courage to overcome the challenges of growing up, just like it does today. Learn more

The old wooden bucket had drawn water from many of Europe’s rivers. Belongings had been hastily stuffed into it as its owners had been forced to flee from one country to the next. Time and again, the bucket had been used 

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As a lad growing up in Scotland, Duncan MacLean enjoys working with cattle. But Duncan’s father, a blacksmith, is unsure about farming. Their small croft barely provides hay for two cows, and some years, the tacksman takes their calves as pa... Learn more

The story of Dirk Willems rescuing his pursuer who fell through the ice is one of the best-known stories in the Martyrs Mirror. However, almost nothing is known about Willem's life prior to his arrest.

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With its fascinating color illustrations, this book is an enjoyable way for children to learn about William Penn. Instead of stealing the Indians' land, Friend Penn wanted to buy it fairly with cloth, mirrors, and other goods from the Old Wo... Learn more

Henry and his family have fled from the terrors of communism in Russia to Germany. Now in the aftermath of World War II, with other Russian Mennonites, they live as refugees in Berlin. For now, they are safe. But the communist government ref... Learn more

When Lady's carefree gallop across the pasture ended in disaster, the family needed another horse. That's how Willing arrived at their farm. Willing was a model of . . . stubbornness. Through the adventures, struggles, and surprises that fol... Learn more

What does life mean? How can I find God? What does God want of me? In the Whale's Belly tells of men and women who struggled with the great questions of life.

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Travis tensed as he heard his cousins talking dirty. Again.

Kate stayed in the background while her sister Amy flitted from person to person, laughing easily. It just isn't fair, Kate thought.

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One morning soon after his father's death, William awakes in the middle of the forest to find himself completely deserted by his five older brothers. Left alone in strange surroundings, William turns to God for help. After two narrow escapes... Learn more

Megan noticed that each of her friends was holding a pink card. "What's that?" she asked."It's an invitation for a special singing practice," Valerie explained. "All the girls are joining in. Isn't it exciting?""Yes," was all Megan could say... Learn more

Thrilling adventure stories based on actual happenings. In these pages missionaries meet witch doctors, disease, drought, hate-filled guerrillas, a Bible thief, and dangerous wild animals. Learn more

Story Time With Grandma has been read and reread to thousands of children. Now, More Story Times With Grandma offers still more good reading. Stories about the author's children, stories from her own childhood, could-have-happened stories, s... Learn more

Back in the 1400s, beggars had come to the Poverty Gate in the castle wall for handouts. Now in 1805, Napoleon's army needs men. Twelve-year-old Samuel and his family find that when soldiers come, the well-concealed Poverty Gate provides a s... Learn more

Join the Miller children as they learn about health, safety, and courtesy . . . from the Bible. Each story includes a Scripture passage and illustrates various aspects of prudent living. Learn more

A workbook that accompanies the storybook Prudence and the Millers.

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Fifteen-year-old Bettje knows that a group of religious people called Anabaptists have been outlawed by the emperor. When her own parents reveal that they have been baptized as Anabaptists, it seems her world is falling apart. Follow along a... Learn more

When a ship strikes rocks near their island home, Alick and his grandfather help with a daring rescue. But in spite of their best efforts, only one person is saved-lively two-year-old Timpey. Alick and Grandfather care for her while searchin... Learn more

Whether your children attend a church school or a homeschool, they will enjoy and learn from these true-to-life, character-building chapters. Read about "Peter and the In-Thing" (peer pressure), "The Five-Dollar Glove" (keeping agreements), ... Learn more