What I Read:
Carry On, Jeeves by P.G. Wodehouse
One of my favorite books in college was P.G. Wodehouse's Money for Nothing. I remember loving his whitty storytelling. So whnn someone suggested his Jeeves series, I thought it might be time to return to some lighthearted silliness. Carry On, Jeeves contains 10 short stories about a butler named Jeeves, his employer, Bertie, and the hilarious situations they find themselves in. All of these scraps are absolutely ridiculous as well as the solutions that Jeeves invents. They are utterly impossible and yet completely hilarious. Antics abound as these two navigate the sticky world of upper class relationships. I'm not usually one for short stories, but these were a nice break from heavier subjects
Rainbow Valley by L.M. Montgomery
The 7th book in the Anne of Green Gables chronicles, Rainbow Valley continues the story of Anne's children as they grow up. Also introduced in this book are the Meredith children, The Merediths play a heavy part in this book as well as their father, the new Presbyterian minister John Meredith. Rainbow Valley takes the series right up to the cusp of World War I, which takes a prominent role in the final book. I did enjoy this book, although it's strange to think of books six through eight as part of the same series when they focus so heavily on the children. But it is fun to read about new characters and their interactions. Rainbow Valley reintroduces some of that spark of Anne's youth.
A Forest Walk by Felix Salten
Christian Heroes: Richard Wurmbrand
by Janet & Geoff Benge
Still working our way through these Christian Heroes books. We used to talk about Wurmband when we were in the Vineyard. I knew that he had quite a testimony, but his story is amazing. To have gone through the torture and uncertainty, it turns my stomach. And to know that he still loved the Lord and loved others in the end, is a phenomenal testimony. This is definitely one to read.
Raising Gender Confident Kids
by Kathy Koch & Jeff Myers
This book is packed with grounded, Biblically-sound ideas for raising kids confident in who God made them. Written with truth and compassion, parents are equipped to stand in confidence in their identity. This book is very short, but fill of information. While it reads quickly, this is a book that needs to be read and reread... over and over. There is so much information here. This is a book that needs to be in the hands of every parent or childcare worker.
Just Do Something by Kevin DeYoung
Couldn't even finish it. Almost threw it across the room at multiple times. Decided it wasn't worth my test or frustration... or even my time to write this review. :-) Definitely a pass for me.
Our Homeschool Read Aloud:
Shooting Kabul by N.H. Sense
The story of a family torn apart by war, Shooting Kabul follows a middle school boy as he and his family flee Afghanistan. In the midst of the chaos, he looses his little sister's hand. The truck lurches, stalls, and accelerates as the Taliban arrives, and the sister is left behind. When the family arrives in America, they work with the governments to find her, but Sept 11th occurs and the whole world is turned upside down.
Powerful, insightful, beautiful.... this gave us a way of understanding and empathizing with a culture very different from our own.
SeeSaw Girl by Linda Sue Park
Growing up in 17th century Korea, Jade Blossom lives her whole life in the Inner Court of her family's home. When her cousin marries and leaves the home, Jade determines to escape and visit her. But when she's caught in the act, she quickly learns that her choices have consequences. Resigned to a life of solitude, Jade longs for a glimpse of the surrounding mountains. Will she find a way to please both her family and satisfy her need for freedom? This was a quick read for us, but gave my son a peek into this time period and part of the world. It led to a lot of conversation about roles and expectations. Well-worth a couple of days reading.
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