Warriors: All The Truth, Tactics, and Triumphs of History's Greatest Fighters

An awesome book for anybody who likes Knights; Samurai; Ninja and other fighters from the past.
This book tells about some gear (like the tools Ninja used) that they had back then.
Overall, I think it was a pretty good book ****1/2* stars.

-Migi 11 years

Boxes for Katje

This book tells about one girl's generosity and how it touches lives in another part of the world.  The story is based on something the author's mother did and is a great lesson on how a spirit of giving can transcend nationalities, differences, etc.  Also would be good for a lesson on WWII and its effects.

Father And Son: A nativity story

The book tells about Joseph, who is wondering what he can do for Jesus; Because he knows that he is not the real father.
A great book for all ages.

-Migi 11 year

I had objected to Migi's description of "not the real father" which, while true, could also lead to a minimizing of who St. Joseph was and the role that he played in salvation history.... great material for discussion here. - Mom

The Complete Bike Book

Kids can learn how to check their bikes, (wheels and frame for example) they can learn about different types, their uses, such as racing, mountain biking, BMX, and just regular biking.

-Migi 11 year

Crow Call

just have a minute to spare... we just read this book and it's sooo beautifully written and illustrated... about a little girl reconnecting with her father who had just come back from the war. true story by Lois Lowry.

Young Mary of Nazareth

What an absolutely beautiful book!!  Marianna Mayer is one of my favorite authors and this is another winner.  From Anne and Joachim's faith, to Mary's own, and then Joseph's, it is page after page of classic artwork and an invitation to trust in God's plan and providence.  I do have a few quibbles with Mary's story (e.g., that she was in pain on the journey to Bethlehem), but this is a book that we proudly keep on our shelves and read often, especially around Mary's feast days throughout the year.

This book would also be an excellent springboard for a study of religious art.

For a discussion of Marianna Mayer and this book, click here.  For discussion on the birth of Jesus, specifically whether Mary experienced pain or not, click here.  Also a related thread.

The Book of Time

What the book is about: Sam Faulkner's dad, Allan Faulkner disappeared ten days ago.
Searching for clues in his father's bookshop, Sam stumbles upon a stone statue and a gold coin; and his adventure begins.

Favorite Part: Chapter 19: Hansoku-Make

-Migi 11 year

Flight: A popup book of aircraft

What the book is about: The history of airplanes, flying through the Wright Brothers, to warplanes, then tells about the great fliers, who made amazing records.

Favorite Part: The Wings of War

-Migi 11 year

Ancient Weapons

What the book is about: Key dates in history, on early protection and battles.  Short range weapons such as the mace, clubs, morning stars etc.
Also has long range weapons like the bow, throwing axes, and more.

Favorite Part: The Swords Chapter!

-Migi 11 year

The key to the indian

What the book is about: Now that Omri's dad knows about the cupboard, they both find out that Little Bear is in need of help, and they travel back in time to the Indian campsite.

-Migi 11 year

Usborne Knights & Armor

What the book is about: The history of heroic knights and kings, a knights' horses,  shields and weapons, the horses gear, and battle tactics.

Favorite Part: The Knights Armor

- Migi 11 year

Navigators Knights & Castles

What the book is about: Knights & Castles goes from the early middle ages, to the age when mail was used, to the time when steel plate armor was used, to the start of the use of guns.

Favorite part: The Crusades

-Migi 11 year

Eyewitness Books: Money

This book is about money over the ages.  The pictures are somewhat boring.  The most interesting part is about Fort Knox and the gold. It showed how they minted stuff -- that was cool.  - Paco, 13

Amphibious Techniques

Amphibious Techniques (Modern Military Techniques)

This is a cool and informative.  Well-written.  Graphics could have been updated a bit, but overall a good book.  My favorite part was the illustrations.  I really liked the tactical section because of the strategies they used during the invasions. - Paco, 13

Thank You, Sarah

This book is about Sarah Hale.  She saved Thanksgiving by writing letters to presidents, but she didn't get "Yes" until Abe Lincoln was president.  - Yena, 8

Our Abe Lincoln

The book tells about the life of Lincoln, our great President in a song. -- Migi

Mrs. Lincoln's Vanilla Almond Cake recipe is on the back of the book -- don't miss it! - Mom

Some dates this book would be good for:  

• February 12, Lincoln's birthday
• September 22, Emancipation Proclamation
• November 19, Gettysburg Address

What the book tells about Kids acting out  the story of Abe Lincoln.-- Yena  

The Milliner

Chock-full of illustrations and pictures telling you about the milliner's art, especially the way it was in the 18th century.

Betsy-Tacy

Wonderful book on girls' friendships.  Like the simplicity (and at the same time, complexity) of their play.  Excellent introduction to chapter books for young readers.  Yena loves these books!

The thing i love about these books is the adventures and fun Betsy and Tacy have.-- Yena 

Betsy-Tacy and Tib

Fun book for girls!  They can be naughty and nice, but always enjoyable.  It's the kind of book that stays with you and becomes part of you (it's also part of a series so don't neglect the others).  You can grow with Betsy, Tacy and Tib.  Good for a history supplement too (19th-20th century). - Mom

Maples in the Mist

Can be used for intro to Chinese culture.  Some of the messages may be lost (and a couple of the kids thought this was "boring") but an older kid may appreciate it better.  On the other hand, the illustrations are beautiful enough that it may still appeal to younger children even if they can't fully relate to the poems.

Learned about it from Genevieve at 4Real.