The Story of Christianity5 reviews
Michael Collins, Matthew Price

DK ADULT, 2003

Were you paying attention during World History class?

+ excellent resource
+ Good Reading
+ Rontgen Isaac
+ A must for any avid reader on Christianity
  
  











  



  
Saintly Solutions to Life's Common Problems: From Anger, Boredom, and Temptation to Gluttony, Gossip, and ...6 reviews
Joseph M. Esper

Sophia Institute Press, 2001

I CAN'T SAY ENOUGH GOOD THINGS ABOUT THIS BOOK!

+ Help from the Saints
+ Fantastic! Extremely Helpful!
+ Saints are good friends
  
  











  



  
The Kingfisher History Encyclopedia25 reviews
Editors of Kingfisher

Kingfisher, 2004

Great reference book

+ LOVE This Book!!!!
+ Good book
+ Fantastic Reference Book!
  
  











  



  
Children's Encyclopedia of American History (Smithsonian) (Smithsonian Institution)7 reviews
David C. King

DK CHILDREN, 2003

Well balanced presentation, beautiful pictures

+ A Great Resource for Young Learners!
+ From big news stories to struggles for peace

I am a conservative Christian looking for the right history book to homeschool my kids. I read this DK Children's Encyclopedia from beginning to end, and I find it acceptable over all in content presentation. Another reviewer here says the book is too liberal, but I disagree; I think Mr. King ...
  
  











  



  
Everything You Need...am Hist To Know About American History (Everything You Need To Know About...)13 reviews
Anne Zeman, Kate Kelly

Scholastic Reference, 2005

Concise and fun for all

+ This was a gift
+ Great for special education
+ Great study material
+ Efficient
  
  











  



  
Story of Philosophy28 reviews
Bryan Magee

DK ADULT, 2001

Accessible introduction to Philosophy

+ An excellent guide for a beginner or student

In this short book, Magee examines the history of Western philosophy by looking at key philosophers and their ideas. This book is very clearly written and beautifully illustrated. While it lacks the depth necessary to introduce a university student to the subject, this book would be a valuable ...
  
  











  



  
Children's Illustrated Bible35 reviews
Selina Hastings

DK CHILDREN, 2004

My first intro to the Bible

+ Great Children's Bible
+ The Perfect Children's Bible
+ My Daughter Asks for These Stories
  
  











  



  
National Geographic United States Atlas for Young Explorers: Updated Edition (National Geographic United ...2 reviews
National Geographic

National Geographic Children's Books, 2004

Perfect for Children (and adults)

+ Worthwhile Reference

This is a really nice atlas and gives lots of information, but not so much as to be overwhelming for the 9-12 year-old. I especially appreciated the 2-page spreads of the United States at the beginning of the book, showing topographical features, time zones, territorial growth, federal lands, and ...
  
  











  



  
Everything You Need To Know About Math Homework: A Desk Reference For Students and Parents11 reviews
Anne Zeman, Kate Kelly

Scholastic Reference, 2005

Terrific Book!

+ Great reference for homeschoolers
+ This is the best book!
+ Excellent math reference for 4th to 6th grade
+ Homeschooler's Blessing
  
  











  



  
The Care & Keeping of You: The Body Book for Girls (American Girl Library)253 reviews
Valorie Schaefer

American Girl, 1998

Wonderful Pre-teen Book

+ great for coming of teen years
+ Very informative, answers all the questions a girl could have!
+ Great Book!!!!!!
+ My Step Daughter Loved it!!!
  
  











  



  
The Loyola Treasury of Saints: From the Time of Jesus to the Present Day1 review
David Self

Loyola Press, 2003

Great as a gift or to keep

I gave this book as a Communion gift. It is a big impressive looking book full of gorgeous colorful illustrations. The stories of the saints are beautifully written and would be interesting to both kids and adults. At the party I gave it at, several people asked the recipient to look at it and all ...
  
  











  



  
A Child's Introduction to Poetry: Listen While You Learn About the Magic Words That Have Moved Mountains, Won ...8 reviews
Michael Driscoll, Meredith Hamilton

Black Dog & Leventhal Publishers, 2003

Wonderful! My 6 & 8 year old boys love this!

+ Great book!
+ Whimsically Thorough
+ A nice resource for homeschoolers (or any parent who would like their children to read and enjoy poetry)
+ Engaging for both child and parent
  
  











  



  
Life Skills for Kids: Equipping Your Child for the Real World7 reviews
Christine Field

Shaw Books, 2000

Wonderful and practical information!

+ a must read!
+ A great resource!

I had the chance to meet the author of this book at a recent homeschool conference and was blown away by her practical ideas! This woman is not big on ideology or theory...she gets down to the practical matters at hand. Yeah for her! You will love this book if you are looking for ways to involve ...
  
  











  



  
Essential Atlas of the World: 6th Edition (Essential Atlas of the World)
DK Publishing

DK ADULT, 2008

This is the sixth edition of an unbeatable reference atlas with more than 60 clearly labeled maps detailing political and state borders, main populations, and administrative centers.
  
  











  



  
National Geographic Animal Encyclopedia4 reviews
National Geographic Society

National Geographic Children's Books, 2000

National Geographic Animal Encyclopedia

+ Great for nature loving kids
+ Awesome book for any 5 year old
+ C'MON KIDS, IT'S ADVENTURA ANIMALIA!
  
  











  



  
The World Almanac for Kids 2008 (World Almanac for Kids)6 reviews
Editors of the World Almanac for Kids

World Almanac, 2007

Christmas Gift for a 9 year old.

+ Just the right amount of colorful info
+ The best gift
+ Every child should have one
+ Great for kids who love facts, ages 9 and up
  
  











  



  
The Information Please Kids Almanac (Information Please)1 review
Alice Siegel

Houghton Mifflin, 1992

The Information Please Kids' Almanac

This book is the key to information for any kid or adult! It is so well written, it is like the author is talking to you. My favorite chapter is called "Speaking of Language". This chapter tells you all about WORDS. A must have book for kids interested in FACTS! Happy reading!
  
  











  



  
NIrV Kids' Devotional Bible Revised11 reviews
Joanne E. DeJonge

ZonderKidz, 1998

Nice beginners devotional bible

+ great morning devotional
+ NIRV Kid's Devotional Bible Revised
+ Excellent!
+ Perfect for ESL teens
  
  











  



  
The Stars: A New Way to See Them61 reviews
H. A. Rey

Houghton Mifflin, 1976

None Better, Never Has Been

+ One of my favorite books, but the planetary tables end in 2006
+ The Stars A New Way To See Them
+ The Stars
+ Awesome for amateur star-gazers!
  
  











  



  
Favorite Greek Myths10 reviews
Mary Pope Osborne

Scholastic Press, 1989

From a 7 Year Old Boy

+ Great series of mythology books!

YOu should read Favorite Greek Myths sometime. If you have it you should read it again. The first one was the story of Helios and Phaeton. Phaeton wanted to know if he really was the son of Helios. He asked Helios if he was his son. Helios said he would grant him one wish to prove that he was ...