Monday, April 18, 2016

The Landing of the Pilgrims

The Landing of the PilgrimsThe Landing of the Pilgrims by James Daugherty
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

A decent primer about the Pilgrims, spanning 1607-1623. Good for grades 4-8.

William Bradford: Pilgrim Boy

William Bradford: Pilgrim BoyWilliam Bradford: Pilgrim Boy by Bradford Smith
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A great introduction to William Bradford, the governor of Plymouth Colony. Perfect for upper elementary-aged students.

Heidi

Heidi (Heidi, #1)Heidi by Johanna Spyri
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

So, it turns out, there are really good reasons why certain books become classics. This was a delightful book to study with my littles.

When Breath Becomes Air

When Breath Becomes AirWhen Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


Wow. One of the most worthwhile things I've read.



We Should All Be Feminists

We Should All Be FeministsWe Should All Be Feminists by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Loved it and made highlights all over it. Will definitely look at it from time to time. Just wished it was longer.

Love's Fortune

Love's Fortune (The Ballantyne Legacy, #3)Love's Fortune by Laura Frantz
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

4.5 stars. I continue to adore this series. The audiobook narrator was fantastic.