Books in African Adventures series

"I hope Kentucky stays neutral because I truly don't know what side to take."At the beginning of the Civil War, Kentucky hasn't sided with the North or the South, but it seems that in Branson Mills everyone has taken sides ... except for Joseph Byers.He knows that slavery is wrong--he sees firsthand how his friend Hannah is mistreated because of the color of her skin. Yet at the same time he recognizes how much trouble speaking out against slavery can cause. His stepfather's abolitionist actions have put the whole family in danger of the vigilante violence that is sweeping the town.Although Joseph admires his stepfather's bravery, he is afraid to stand up for what he has come to believe. But when the violence escalates, he is forced to take action. In this gripping adventure, Joseph reaches for his own courage to try to save the lives of the people he cares about.

"Shaka - Warrior King of the Zulu is a thrilling, action-packed tale about the life of this brilliant military leader, and now Shaka's gripping story has been placed within the reach of the younger reader. René Herman's superb illustrations, together with Lynn Bedford Hall's masterful story-telling, will enthrall children as they learn of Shaka's unhappy childhood, his deep affection for his mother, the devoted loyalty of his friends and the terrible vengeance he wreaked among his enemies. Shaka's story is set in the heart of Zululand over a century and a half ago.

Thomas believes the Revolutionary War will never come to his peaceful Pennsylvania valley. But all too soon, he and his family are running for their lives.Thomas believes the revolutionary war will never come to his peaceful Pennsylvania valley. But all too soon, he and his family are running for their lives. 01-02 Young Hoosier Book Award Masterlist (Gr 4-6)Thomas believes the revolutionary war will never come to his peaceful Pennsylvania valley. But all too soon, he and his family are running for their lives.

During the Gold Rush, dreamers of every kind flocked to California to make their fortunes. When Luke jumps at the chance to leave his prairie home and join his adventurous uncle, his own journey, filled with excitement, discovery, and danger, becomes a search for gold halfway across America.During the Gold Rush, dreamers of every kind flocked to California to make their fortunes. When Luke jumps at the chance to leave his prairie home and join his adventurous uncle, his own journey, filled with excitement, discovery, and danger, becomes a search for gold halfway across America.

Mythological Adventures: Dragons offers a unique learning experience for kids as they get the chance to meet different dragons face-to-face. They'll have fun learning while they encounter Western and Eastern dragons—large and small, gentle and fierce—with vibrant illustrations and fascinating facts. Then, kids can build a diorama of their very own and add to the fantastical world of dragons.This unique kit includes a book full of colorful illustrations and intriguing facts about dragons, plus 3-D animal models and a diorama with reusable stickers.Explore the world of dragons and learn everything you need to know about these mythological creatures.Mythological Adventures: Dragons will take you on an amazing journey to discover the secrets of dragon lore.

Pompo the Monkey must leave his family to find other monkeys, but he has one stop to make before he does. He wants to find treasure! He has no idea where it is or what kind of treasure it could be, but all the animals are saying that it is treasure fit for a king. He has some competition as he is not the only one on the treasure hunt. And the road ahead is long and dangerous. What if he doesn't find the treasure? Is the treasure more important than finding a new family? Is the treasure more important than his survival?This motivational story about hopes, dreams and overcoming adversities is meant to inspire young children who are experiencing being separated from family and trying to figure out where they fit in.

When bombs fell over cities like Glasgow and London people would take refuge in shelters and tube stations until the all-clear signal sounded and 'normal' life resumed. Many years later Maurine remembered those times - the rationing, the evacuation, the fears and excitement of living as a child during the Second World War.Taking up her pen she wrote about those historic days. These were stories that she could leave behind so that others would know what it was like and the real secret of how they survived during those troublesome days. This will serve as a useful insight for children into World War II from a Christian perspective.