The Disappearances by Emily Bain Murphy
A town where qualities disappear every seven years is the setting for The Disappearances, a clean, thought-provoking teen mystery. The Disappearances by Emily Bain Murphy. …
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Hell and High Water by Tanya Landman
A biracial lad in 18th-century England, suddenly on his own, struggles to make his way and foil the evil machinations of his “betters.” Hell and …
Magellan: over the Edge of the World by Laurence Bergreen
This young reader edition of an adult nonfiction book explores the glory and agony (mostly the latter) of Magellan’s epic voyage. Magellan: Over the Edge …
Labor Day Repost: Heart of a Shepherd
(Originally published on Labor Day 2012) Labor Day, according to Wikipedia, was born of the Management/Labor battles of the late 19th century–particularly the Pullman strike …
10 True Stories for Teens
10 True Stories for Teens It’s hard to beat a good, true story. Something about the it really happened aspect just makes it better, don’t you …
Irresistible by Adam Alter
Irresistible is a fascinating look at technology’s impact on humanity, particularly in the light of behavioral addiction. Irresistible: The Rise of Addictive Technology and the …
*12 Ways Your Phone Is Changing You by Tony Reinke
Tony Reinke sounds a timely warning about our society’s growing addiction to electronic devices. *12 Ways Your Phone Is Changing You by Tony Reinke. Crossway, …
The Bird Boy Project: Liftoff! (and spectacular giveaways)
One week from today, we’re starting a unique opportunity for young readers (ages 8-12) and their parents, teachers, and/or older siblings. A fuller explanation can …