This multiple award winning children’s book tells the biblical Noah’s Ark story mainly by way of detail-packed, colorful illustrations. It’s been called a “triumph.” Recommended for ages 2-6.

Author Le Tord offers a fresher look at the old story of Noah’s Ark. It introduces the young reader to this humble and faithful servant to God. Beautifully illustrated. Recommended for ages 4-8.

Four unlikely students (Noah, Nadia, Ethan, and Julian) become bonded together when their teacher chooses them to represent their class in an Academic Bowl competition. This 1996 Newbery Medal winner is a touching story of friendship, compassion, growth, and the importance of telling your story. Recommended for ages 8-12.

This is a tale of the plight of Native Americans during the American Revolutionary War. It tells the story of a 12-year-old Native American boy, Coshmoo, and his friendship with Daniel, a young white settler. Recommended ages 10-14.

Daniel and his family arrive at their beach cottage in time to witness the magic of the spawning of horseshoe crabs in the full moon. Recommended for ages 3-7.

Daniel is hurt when others laugh at his wood carving, until he learns that giving people pleasure takes a very special gift. Recommended for ages 4-8.

It is 1848 when Joshua McCullough and his family leave their home in St. Joseph, Missouri, and set off for Oregon on a wagon train. Though many of the other families on the trail suffer devastating losses during their long journey, Joshua’s is spared. However, Joshua must conquer his fear of water during one dramatic crossing, when he heroically dives into a rushing river to save his younger sister Becky. The battered wagon train finally reaches Oregon after traveling over two thousand miles.Recommended for ages 4-10.

It is now fall of 1848 when Joshua starts his second journal. Now Joshua and his extended family (Pa, Ma, Grandpa, sister, aunt, uncle, and cousin) have all arrived in the Willamette Valley safely. Joshua must face many new challenges and experience numerous adventures. Joshua’s spirit truly shines through. Recommended for ages 7-10.

Nine-year-old Joshua continues his account of his family’s move to Oregon. Wild Year covers frontier living in the Willamette Valley. Joshua’s promise of going to school for the first time after the long journey, the safe return of a lost younger sister, and the prospect of adding two orphans to the McCullough family will hold readers’ interest. Recommended for ages 7-11.

Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any other day, this Irish tale will take youngsters off on a free-wheeling flight of fancy as Daniel O’Rourke is whisked from a small brook to the moon and then to the sea. Full-color illustrations. Recommended reading for ages 4-8.