I’m working on collecting them all for our library. {smile} They remind us all that good intentions and a good heart can’t protect you from mistakes, but they can help you smooth things over as you go through the consequences. ), these are real, everyday life adventures that speak to a girl’s heart. But when they learn about a poacher who has wounded a lioness, Inventor Nikki Tesla joins a new school called the Genius Academy where she’s not the only genius, The story starts out fast and furious with Einstein’s death and a huge secret he accidentally says in German… Then it goes to the present day when. Jeanette Oke’s Love Comes Softly books are great too, but feel a little familiar and less adventurous to us since we also farm. Educational AND Extremely Entertaining! Haley over at Carrots for Michaelmas wrote an excellent blog post about why they set limits on what their children will read at a young, impressionable age. Sisters in Time, Various. Dear America, Various. a few series that have key female characters or have really captured my daughter’s interest. This is not a series, per se, but Levin has several of these “revised princess” stories (including The Two Princesses of Bamarre and A Tale of Two Castles) and they are all quite fun. They use their brilliance to help others by stealing from crooks and redistributing wealth. I read two of these when I was younger and had no idea there were more until recently. "'Is that George Washington?' So many kids would rather watch a movie than read a story and let their imagination paint the scenes. These are each wonderful. In a world full of distractions, it's easy for kids to forget how magical reading can be. This series was new to me last year and I’ve been frustrated to have a hard time finding them (well, finding them in what we consider our price range!). More living history (I told you we love it!). The classics that never get old. This book is funny, original, and just a fascinating read.”, “These Rush Revere books are fabulous. Daughters of Faith, Wendy G. Lawton. Literary value. I read a lot of junk in my childhood and am trying to be more selective over what my kids read, while still encouraging a love of reading. But if you have an avid reader, they’re a good choice. HTML tags allowed in your comment:

. They also fit with just about any history-based unit study you could come up with. !”, “If every freedom loving grandparent would read your books with the youngsters in their lives and donate a set for your local schools, we might just make a difference.”, “Thank you for making history interesting to a kid that struggles in school.”, Conservative Book Club, Rush Revere and the American Revolution: Time-Travel Adventures With Exceptional Americans, Examiner, Third Limbaugh Children’s Book Honors America’s Military, Cathy Duffy Reviews, Rush Revere Time-Travel Adventures with Exceptional Americans, Copyright © 2020, KARHL Holdings LLC. So far, the Ladybug’s favorites are Abigail Adams, Elizabeth Backwell and Clara Barton. Or they’re filled with foolish, catty, girl behavior that is both too mature and much less authentic than I want my Ladybug pursuing right now. Thank you very much for both this post and the one for boys. Through time travel adventures, and help from a modern-day Congressman, Cam learns that elections and the presidency are not just about fame and glory, but serving others. We’re familiar with the Imagination Station series. I tried to just include what’s on our shelves right now that I could vouch for! {smile}. (Pssst…the books were better!) Of course, the Disney movie is just a weak echo of the original–and we have that one too. My daughter adores the Mandie Books by Lois Gladys Leppard. His novels are still the gold standard when it comes to stories centered on a sense of esprit de corps and the origin of the idea people with a particular set of skills should not be mistreated. {smile} But this is one of the Ladybug’s favorite stories and these books are BIG on adventure–if a little weak on plot. She likes dragons and knights and castles, but we’re careful of the fantasy genre. Wilder specified that “obey” not be included in her vows (in “These Happy Golden Years.”). Ok, I saved this one for last because I had said no Disney princesses, and this is a re-make of Peter Pan. When we got the Ladybug the Kathleen Series, I didn’t realize that it was a series within a series. While I don’t think this will become a classic, it was an interesting story. Looking forward to the next one.”, “Rush Revere and the Star-Spangled Banner by Rush Limbaugh is the fourth book in the Adventures of Rush Revere Series, and is the most exciting yet!”. Last week I shared a list of 25 Adventure Series Chapter Books for Young Boys–books that really engage their minds and imaginations and make them want to keep reading. 14. I try to make a point of keeping up or a little bit ahead of them and I know it can be hard! She also loves the Imagination Station series (for girls and boys) from Focus on the Family which are history and faith based. I read them as a kid and they are still publishing them. ", - Rush Limbaugh, [Benjamin Franklin], in Rush Revere and the First Patriots, “…In a special way, the book takes you back to the times our nation was founded and the processes involved in setting up the best government system in the world…”, “This book is a wonderful tool for history teachers and any other individuals who would like to learn more about the birth of America…”, “My daughter has never liked history and has had a hard time with grades in school. One of the most popular young adult adventure books ever written, this novel tells the story of a 13-year-old boy forced to survive in the Canadian wilderness with nothing but his wits and a hatchet. We stared across the water at Fort McHenry. ", - Rush Limbaugh, [William Bradford], in Rush Revere and the Brave Pilgrims, Thank you to everyone for making me the Children’s Choice Book Awards “Author of the Year”, “A very interesting take on what it might have really been like with the Pilgrims; especially for children reading the book.”, “My kids love this, a very entertaining way to learn history. . You’ll have no idea what is going on or what will happen next. Tommy writes it all down to bring back in his grandfather’s notebook. Some of these are more adventurous than others. The 4th Book: Rush Revere and the Star-Spangled Banner on the Shelves Now! I think it makes for great learning and discussion, but Christian parents might want to skim through and be prepared to respond to questions.). Women of the West, Jeanette Oke. Rush Revere and the Star-Spangled Banner is the fourth book in the Adventures of Rush Revere Series, and is the most exciting yet! Liberty Letters, Nancy LeSourd. And it will remain a great nation as long as we are one nation under God. Anxiously waiting for the next one! be found on the bookshelves at Barnes and Noble. We are leading their taste by what we bring into our house for them to absorb. {smile} This is not your run-of-the-mill, snag Prince Charming story, although it seems to start out that way! Keep them coming.”, “My son, a bright but reluctant reader, began listening to these last year in 3rd grade and was laughing out loud. The parents are weak.

Ralph is NOT up to the challenge. If so, he is going to need his playbook and a little help from his friends!

"Tommy jerked awake and we both stood and ran out the door to the ship’s railing where we last saw Francis Scott Key. Enid Blyton wrote many popular series including the Famous Five, the Five Find-Outers, the Barney Mysteries, Malory Towers, St Clare's, the Secret Seven, the Adventure Series, the Secret Series, and many more. All Rights Reserved | Click Here to Return to www.RushRevere.com. 8. Do you remember these? I learned things I never knew about American history. This time, Tommy takes center stage. Do you have some more favorites that weren’t on this list? Our time with the kiddos in the house and under our influence it too short to waste it with lame books! This is a very entertaining and action-packed chapter book for kids. 25 Adventure Series Chapter Books for Young Boys, why they set limits on what their children will read, 5 Days of Summer Reading {Make Reading Fun For the Whole Family}, 5 Days of Summer Reading {Tips For Encouraging the Reluctant Reader}, Space and Science-Fiction Adventure Books for 8-12 Year Olds, 25 Adventure Series Chapter Books For Young Boys, History, Adventure, and Treasure…The Ultimate Guide to Studying Pirates, How To Prep for Summer Storms, Emergency Preparedness Checklist for the Homestead, Reading Log Book Selfies Printable for Summer Reading, Room-by-Room Cleaning Checklist Chore Cards for Kids…FREE Printable, 5 Easy Ideas for All-Age US History Lessons for the Non-Homeschooling Mom, Daily Learning Routine for Non-Homeschooling Moms. And again, these are not just for girls, our boys enjoy some of these too! Please enable JavaScript on your browser to best view this site. Thank for again for the great recommendations! But will he win the election? Last week I shared a list of 25 Adventure Series Chapter Books for Young Boys–books that really engage their minds and imaginations and make them want to keep reading. He wore a white linen shirt with a cream vest...", - Rush Limbaugh,  Rush Revere and the American Revolution, Where to Buy: Barnes & Noble Booksellers | Barnes & Noble Audiobooks | iBooks | Amazon.com | Books A Million, “…Rush Revere ignites in his students a passion for history and for the founding principles that set the nation on its path to independence.”, “… Rush Revere and the American Revolution is a very creative book…Honestly, I had no idea how I missed this series. Written like an adult suspense novel, this is one of the best edge-of-your-seat mystery books for middle grade that I’ve ever read. Rush Revere and the American Revolution is the most exciting book in the series so far. I can’t wait to finish this book, and can’t wait for the next one!”, “My 8 year old granddaughter was not a fan of reading until she discovered Rush Revere! Would definitely recommend for anyone!”, Rush Limbaugh talks about Rush Revere and the First Patriots, “Once again Rush Limbaugh delights children of all ages with this magical historical story.

There, I said it. Creative and well-written, you are going to love this action-packed sci-fi adventure. Ella Enchanted, Gail Carson Levin. Peter and the Starcatchers, Dave Barry. I have also loved reading the Ten Girls series by Irene Howat with her. Tuesdays at the Castle, Jessica Day George.

Entertaining, accurate, and with enough detail to be entertaining so your child or grand child not only learns American History but will retain it…”, “As with the other Rush Revere books, this one is entertaining, informative and at times quite funny, re: Liberty the Horse’s antics.”, “…An excellent, memorable explanation of Constitutional powers and checks/balances. As we just welcomed a new granddaughter (11 yr old) into our all grand boys family, I have been looking for things that might encourage her to love reading that have positive messages. Brave Kids, Susan E. Goodman. The Cooper Kids Adventure Series, Volumes 1-4 (Slipcased Set) (9781581346916) by Frank E. Peretti That stuff is just…junk. "'Well done, young man.