Books in Frontline series

When Brett Donovan sees his friend, Jerry Winston, fighting for his life after a tragic accident, he asks himself the age-old question: Why do bad things happen to good people? Being the son of a pastor, Brett always had a strong faith, but it had never before been truly tested. Now he is left wondering if God really does exist, and if so, why would He allow Jerry to suffer. As Brett wrestles with his feelings, he receives advice for and against keeping his faith, adding to his confusion even more. Many folks are of middle school or high school age when they experience their first tragedy. It’s never easy and everyone handles these situations differently. In a time like this, it’s okay to stumble. It’s okay to ask the hard questions. But through it all, it’s even more important to remember that experiencing a traumatic event can cause us to lose hope altogether, or it can help us to realize just how solid our faith really is. My wish is that this book gives a real-world view of what it feels like when doubt starts to cloud our faith. Faith, hope and love may seem out of reach at times, but it doesn’t mean they ever are.

In the summer of 1914, life changed dramatically for millions of people. Europe was plunged into a devastating war that persisted for more than 4 years. This conflict, called the Great War or World War I, didn't just change the lives of the millions of soldiers who fought in it. It also had a big impact on families and children far from the frontline. Loved ones were often separated for long, difficult periods of time. This powerful volume explains the toll of the war through perceptive text, historical photographs, and insightful primary sources.

The war in Afghanistan, a conflict that continues to rage on more than a decade after it began, has changed the lives of many families both in the country itself and in the many nations that have sent soldiers to fight there, including the United States and Canada. Readers of this notable volume will learn why this war began as well as its wide-reaching consequences. Photographs and other primary sources will further enlighten about the current conflict. This commendable text contains essential content for any classroom or library concerned with keeping readers informed about current events.

Without the American Revolution, there would be no United States. The impact of the war is undeniable. And yet studies of this conflict, essential in every elementary school, are often cursory. This valuable volume delivers a more complete look of the war, including the real experiences of soldiers on the frontlines as well as their families at home. Readers will be particularly interested in the experiences of young people during the war. Founding Fathers and ordinary colonists both feature in this well-designed book, filled with important dates, facts, maps, and primary sources.

The American Civil War began in 1861 when a group of Southern states voted to secede. At that point, no one knew what a heavy toll the ensuing war would have on both sides of the conflict. Not only did more than 850,000 die, but millions more would suffer in other ways. Families of soldiers were left behind, just hoping to see their loved ones again. This indispensable book provides important facts about the war as well as critical information about its impact on family life. Abundant primary sources and a timeline enhance the volume's text, photographs, and beautiful design.