A Place in the Sun by Jill Rubalcaba
In ancient Egypt, nine-year-old Senmut fashions a statue of a god in hopes to heal his father of a venomous…
Middle Grade Novels
Novels great for 8 – 12 year old boys and girls to read or as a family read-aloud. All reviews include a synopsis of the book as well things to be on the look out for and opportunities in the books for Christian families to use in discipleship while enjoying great stories.
The Ark, the Reed, and the Fire Cloud by Jenny L. Cote
The morning a little Scottish terrier named Max hears a voice say, “Come to me” takes him on a grand…
Beneath the Swirling Sky by Carolyn Leiloglou
Vincent has given up on art, even though he is named after the famous artist Vincent Van Gogh. So when…
Tales from the Odyssey: Part 1 by Mary Pope Osborne
Tales from the Odyssey recounts some of the most well-known stories from Odysseus’ adventures to fight for his country and…
Ferris by Kate DiCamillo
The summer before fifth grade, Ferris’ life is chaotic to say the least. She has a six-year-old sister determined to…
The Red Door by Rachel Lulich
In a community where dreams are rare, dreamers are dangerous and exiled through the mysterious red door, and Aster Temple…