Hear me share about these books on the No Higher Calling Podcast:
Until the Streetlights Come On
By:
Ginny Yurich
This book was the perfect way to kick off a new year’s reading challenge. We took the 1000 hours outside challenge last year and hit our goal! This book encouraged me to take the challenge again this year. Ginny shares about the importance of nature and play impact they have on the development of a child.
The Watchmaker’s Daughter
By:
Larry Loftis
Corrie Ten Boom’s story has always inspired me. I’ve read several books about her life, but this book shed light on details I had not read about before.
The reader always comes away from Corrie’s story challenged by the complete forgiveness and love found in Jesus Christ.
Raising a Modern-Day Knight
By:
Robert Lewis
This book is written to fathers, but I gleaned from it as well! (Sim and I read it together). I really enjoyed the first half of the book which dealt with qualities that boys should develop to become godly men. The second half of the book was more centered on celebrations of manhood which were a bit much for our personal taste.
The Brave Learner
By:
Julie Bogart
“The best education we can give our children is the one that says” There are unlimited ways to get to where you want to go; I’m here to help you find your way.” Julie Bogart gives advice on how to move away from boring school norms to an enchanting life of learning.
This was not a favorite homeschooling book of mine, but it did have some good nuggets of wisdom from an experienced homeschool mama.
The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe
By:
C. S. Lewis
I have dreamed of introducting my children to Aslan, the children, and the world of Narnia since they were born! It is a story that has endeared itself to the heart of this literature lover, and I wanted it to be a part of my kids childhood. I was not disappointed! My kids were captivated by the story from the lamp post all the way to Cair Paravel! A must-read for every family!
Educating the Wholehearted Child
By:
Clay & Sally Clarkson
The ultimate manual on home education! This book was PACKED with wisdom and advice from seasoned homeschool parents. They cover so many parenting/discipleship/education/home education topics. Some of the info is a bit outdated, but I would recommended this to every homeschool family!
Ember Rising
By:
S. D. Smith
Eden and I have been listening to this series on audiobook (Joel Clarkson does a fabulous joy reading the book aloud!) I’ll be honest, we lost interest a bit in book #2, but interest was rekindled with this book! And by the last chapter, Eden was begging for me to get book #4.
Heather and Pickett find themselves separated and both fighting against Morbin in their own way. Will they be victorious? Will they even survive? Does rabbitkind have hope of a mended wood? Be ready to be captivated by this moving tale.
Breaking Free From Broke
By:
George Kamel
An enlightening read! I came to our marriage having zero personal finance knowledge or skills. Thankfully, this is an area Simeon is great in! This book breaks down all the big terms like mortgage, ROTH IRA, etc, and explains them in easy-to-understand terms. It gives solid advice and a secure, workable path to getting out of debt and getting on track to not just having money, but freeing yourself to give away money!
Mothering by the Book
By:
Jennifer Pepito
This was such a unique book. She addressed common motherood fears by sharing her own battle with them and how books encouraged her to face her fears. Having God’s Word as your strong foundation and literary characters as your mentor, you glean wisdom in denouncing fears and living in truth.
Teatime Discipleship for Mothers & Daughters
By:
Sally Clarkson
This is a beautiful keepsake book! Sally emphasizes the important role of discipleship in the relationship between moms and their daughters. I loved the priority she put on a mother passing her faith on to the next generation. It also includes fun teatime ideas, yummy recipes, and lovely photos! Every mama will want this on her bookshelf.
Creative Counterpart
By:
Linda Dillow
“A creative counterpart is a woman, who, having chosen the vocation of wife and mother, decides to learn and grow in all the areas of this role and work as though she were aiming for the presidency of a corporation.”
I loved this book on marriage and left encouraged to love my husband deeper.
You Carried Me
By:
Melissa Ohden
This is a captivating true story of an abortion survivor. Through the book, you follow the author heartwrenching journey of discovering the details surroudning her unwanted birth, her fight with her emotions as she comes to terms with her story, and her triump as she finds forgivness and purpose in Christ! A must-read on the pro-life vs pro-choice debate.
Prince Caspian
By:
C. S. Lewis
The Narnia tale continues! Prince Caspian flees his castle and throne when his uncle, Miraz, has a son. Knowing his life is in grave danger, he runs to the forest which is believed to be inhabited by mystical remnants of Narnia. Caspian joins forces with the Narnians to reclaim their kingdom, yet they cannot do this alone! With the aid of Queen Susan’s magical horn, Peter, Susan, Edmond, and Lucy are called to Narnia once again to help in the battle.
The Golden Goblet
By:
Eloise Jarvis McGraw
Eden and I enjoyed learning more about Egypt and the life of the people during ancienct times. This story kept us drawn in as we awaited a great mystery to be solved.
*Note: There were many references to Egyptian gods and religion, especially as pertains to the afterlife.
My Side of the Mountain
By:
Jean Craighead George
Follow Sam Gribley into the Catskill Mountains in New York. This 12-year-old boy sets off on a journey to survive all alone in these mountains. His ingenuity as you watch him meet man’s basic needs is incredible. He finds shelter, food, and water. He makes his own clothes from deer skin. He looks for companionship in the forest befriending a falcon named Frightful, The Baron weasel, Jessie Coon James, and others. You’ll love watching Sam grow in his abilities and tenacity as he survives over a year in the wilderness.
Hard Is Not the Same Thing as Bad
By:
Abbie Halberstadt
“When you begin to see struggles as a necessary part of God’s plan for your spiritual growth, you can discover supernatural peace and purpose, even when you’re down in the deepest trenches of motherhood.”
Abbie shares Scriptural wisdom in addressing a difficult topic. Hard is not the same thing as bad. Does that make it any less hard? No! But God uses hard things to sanctify us and make us more like Christ. The challenge is to lean in instead run from. Let God use the hard in your life for growth.
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