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Splish is so excited!

You may not have been aware of this; but, this past summer, while you were all busy reading and participating in the Summer Reading Splash program, Splish was just learning to read!
Learning to read is a very exciting thing and we at The Old Schoolhouse Magazine
wanted to share with you about Splish's journey...
Gena Suarez, our publisher, has written a book called
And Then Mama Said, It Takes Time to Learn to Read.

As part of our National Young Readers Week Giveaways
we have 10 copies of this book to give away.
We know you'll enjoy it as much as we do!

Splish has TONS of books to give away this week.  I am going to list them by numbers, along with pictures and descriptions.  If you see one that you'd like to win, please e-mail me.  In your e-mail, please list the # of the book(s) that you'd like to win.  If more than one book or book set appeals to you, please send a different e-mail for each entry.  I will file them under their appropriate number and have a drawing for each book/set at on Friday. In your e-mail, in addition to listing the # you want to win, also include your first name and age, please.  (If you e-mail me, but don't follow these guidelines, your e-mail will be deleted.)

For example:  if you have 2 children (Bobby and Mary) - Bobby wants numbers 1 and 6 and Mary wants numbers 3 and 12, I will need 4 e-mails - 2 from Bobby (one for each #) and 2 from Mary (one for each #).  If you have any questions, please leave a comment (with a way to reach you) or e-mail me.

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1. The Old Schoolhouse Magazine is donating And Then Mama Said, It Takes Time to Learn to Read - the story of our mascot, Splish.

This endearing book introduces Splish , who longs to read - all by himself. Mama tells Splish to be patient and keep trying, and one day it will happen. Splish wants to believe Mama, but he still sulks and gets frustrated. In the end, perseverance and patience (everyones) are rewarded!

 *These  books will be autographed by the author.

 

2. The illustrator of the Splish book (above), Kevin Scott Collier, has a new book of his own that he'd like to share.  In addition to being an amazing illustrator, Kevin is also a writer.  His newest book, Professor Horace Cryptozoologist, follows an eccentric old man on a journey to discover the secrets behind some of the world's most famous legends and mythological creatures. As Professor Horace, Cryptozoologist, ventures into the unknown, he encounters  Big Foot, the Loch Ness Monster, and the Ropen. The myth seeker becomes myth himself.  This is a fun tale written in rhyme - sure to delight young readers.  (All proceeds from the sale of this book go to the Christian school that Kevin's son attends). 

*This book will be autographed by the author.

3. Author Susan Marlow is donating a copy of Book 4 in the Circle C Adventure series - Andrea Carter and the San Francisco Smugglers.  Along with the book, you will also receive a little doll, handmade in China.

In this book Andi takes  charge when she learns that the little Chinese servant girl at her San Francisco boarding school is really a slave.

Would you like to read the first chapter of this book or read what others have said about it? You can learn more about author Susan Marlow by visiting her website.

 

 

4. Author Stephanie Reed is donating a set of her books.  Book one - Across the Wide River (pictured left)- tells the true story of the sacrifices made by the Rankin family to help runaway slaves reach freedom as part of the Underground Railroad.  The powerful sequel - The Light Across the River (not pictured)- shares the continuing story of the Rankin family, and most specifically young Johnny Rankin.  Both of these engaging novels offer a further glimpse into a dark period in America's history, and profiles the courageous and godly people who helped bring about its end.

To learn more about Stephanie Reed, you may visit her blog.

 

 

5. Next up is a set of 5 books by Max Elliot Anderson, donated to us by Baker-Trittin Press.  These books include the titles - North Woods Poachers (not pictured), Legend of the White Wolf, Big Rig Rustlers, Mountain Cabin Mystery, and Secret of Abbott's Cave.

This series of books is written specifically for boys in the 8-12 year old age range, and is especially suited for reluctant readers.  This series has been compared to such favorites as The Hardy Boys, Nancy Drew, Tom Sawyer, Huck Finn, and the adventures of Jack London.

If you would like to learn more about Max Elliot Anderson, you can visit his website.  Also, be sure to check out Baker Trittin Press for all your "Tweener" reading needs. 

 

*The next several books have been donated by Crossway Books & Bibles.

6. The Big Picture Story Bible.  Everyone loves a good story - especially children! The Big Picture Story Bible presents the remarkable true story of God's love for the world. Simple words and striking illustrations unfold  the storyline of God's Word from Genesis to Revelation. All ages will enjoy this exciting discovery of a God who keeps his big promise. (hardcover, preschool - elementary)

 

 

7. Hymns for a Kid's Heart & Christmas Carols for a Kid's Heart.  These are beautiful hard-bound books written by Bobbie Wolgemuth and Joni Eareckson Tada.  Each book comes with an accompanying cd that contains the hymns and/or Christmas songs that are featured in the  books.  Also includes are guitar chords and simple piano music for each song.  These books are wonderful treasures for parents to share with their children. (hardcover, all ages)

 

8. Books 1 & 2 in the Young American Patriots series by Susan Olasky.  The Quest for Liberty (pictured) follows Will Northaway as he searches for his father in pre-Revolutionary War America and gets caught up in the events sweeping the continent. In The Fight for Freedom (not pictured) anger toward the British has reached a new high in the American colonies. Will Northaway and his master can't escape the Revolutionary fervor, and Will must decide how he feels about calls for America's independence while at the same time grappling with his master's  budding faith in God.   (youth paperbacks)

 

 

 

9. Keeping Holiday.  This book blends fantasy and allegory to give families and children a fresh look at the wonder of the Incarnation and of the "Christmas" that occurs when God finds a lost sinner.  Young Dylan's adventures provide a charming way for children to discover how God brings a person to faith.  Though described as "juvenile fiction" this book would make a nice family read-aloud for families with younger children.

 

 

 

*The next several books have been donated by Zondervan and their children's division - Zonderkidz.

10. The Liberty Letters series. This set includes 4 books - Adventures in Jamestown (pictured, set in 1613), Escape on the Underground Railroad (set in 1858), Secrets of Civil War Spies (set in 1862), and Attack at Pearl Harbor (set in 1941).  Each of these books follows the lives of 2  friends as they correspond via letter during crucial periods in history.  These books are written by author Nancy LeSourd and are excellent educational resources.

 

 

 

 

11. Books 1 & 2 in the Echoes From the Edge series by Bryan Davis. Beyond the Refection's Edge (pictured)is the first book in this contemporary adventure fantasy series for young adults. After sixteen-year-old Nathan Shepherd's parents are murdered during a corporate investigation, he teams up with a friend to solve the case, discovering mirrors that reflect events from the past and future, a camera that photographs people who aren't there, and a violin that echoes unknown voices. The story continues in Eternity's Edge - Nathan's parents are alive after all! With the imminent collapse of the universe at hand, due to a state called Interfinity, Nathan sets out to find his parents. With Kelly at his side, he must balance his efforts between searching for his parents and saving the world.

 

12. Set of 4 Otter and Owl books (I Can Read! level 1 readers).  This series is written by Crystal Bowman and includes Otter and Owl Say I'm Sorry (pictured -a lesson in forgiveness), Otter and Owl's Helpful Hike (a lesson in helpfulness), Otter and Owl Set Sail (a lesson in patience), and Otter and Owl and the Big Ah-Choo! (a lesson in friendship). These  books contain simple sentences for eager new readers (recommended for ages 4-7).

 

 

 

13. Set of 4 Ali Cat books (I Can Read! level 1 readers). This series is written by Dandi Daley Mackall and includes Just Ali Cat (pictured - a lesson in recognizing inner beauty), Ali Cat is a Scaredy-Cat (a lesson in love), Ali Cat Find a Home (a lesson in responsibility) and An Ali Cat Christmas (a lesson in the true meaning of Christmas).  These books contain simple sentences for eager new readers (recommended for ages 4-7)

 

 

 

 

14. 3 books from the Manga Bible series - these books are graphic novels (comic book style) written by Young Shin Lee.  Walls, Brawls, and the Great Rebellion (pictured) is the story of the Israelites' exodus from Egypt and entry into the Promised Land.  Fights, Flights, and the Chosen Ones focuses on the lives of Samuel, Saul and David as depicted in 1 & 2 Samuel.   In Traitors, Kings, and the Big Break, we see the waning days of King David's dynasty through the rule of Solomon and the division of Israel from Judah (1 & 2 Kings). The recommended age for these books is 9-12.

 

 

 

15. 3 books from the Time Flyz series - these books are graphic novels (comic book style) written by Ben Avery.  In Turtle Trouble, Laurel and the Time Flyz play an important role in battling evil by protecting one of America's founding leaders in 1775.  In Berlin Breakout, the Time Flyz travel to 1938 Berlin where they learn that they must protect the great physicist Lise Mitner from an evil plot by Darchon to kidnap her as she makes a perilous journey to escape from Nazi oppression. In Tunnel Twist-Up, the Time Flyz hit a ripple in a timewave on their way to rescue Gregor Mendel, and in the process temporarily lose their friend Wormhole.  The recommended age for this series is 9-12.

 

 

16. Mixed Bags by Melody Carlson - first book in the Carter House Girls series. The Carter House residents are a group of high-school aged girls who arrive shortly before the start of the school year. With a crazy mix of personalities, pocketbooks, and problems, the girls get acquainted, sharing secrets and shoes and a variety of squabbles. Suggested age for this series is 13-16.

 

 

 

 

17. The Summer of Cotton Candy by Debbie Viguie - first book in the Sweet Seasons series.  Sixteen-year-old Candace thinks her vacation is ruined when her father forces her to apply for a job at the local amusement park, but when she meets a mysterious "Lone Ranger" there, she finds love and learns the value of true faith and friendship. Suggested age for this series is 13-16.

 

 

 

 

18. Ripple Effect by Paul McCusker - book one in the Time Thrillers Trilogy.  All Elizabeth wants to do is run away, but when her world is turned upside-down and inside-out in an unexpected and bizarre time warp, all she wants to do is return home. But will she find the faith to uncover the truth and make her way back to her own reality?  Suggested age for this series is 13-16.

 

 

 

 

19. Here's Lily - first book in the Lily series by Nancy Rue.   After getting a compliment about her looks from a woman in the modeling business, Lily becomes obsessed with becoming a model and sets her sights on winning "the model search" fashion show. She packs away her rock and feather collection in exchange for pictures of teen models and fashion magazines. But when the unthinkable happens right before the fashion show, Lily learns a valuable lesson about real beauty.  Ages 9-12.

 

 

 

20. Sophie's World - first book in the Sophie series by Nancy Rue.   In the first fiction book of the Faithgirls! (TM) series, best-selling author Nancy Rue introduces Sophie LaCroix, a creative soul who's destined to become a great film director someday. When her overactive imagination immerses her in the American Revolution after a school field trip, Sophie quickly learns a real-life lesson. "Excellent for Homeschool Use" - ages 9-12.

 

 

 

21. Seek and Find Bible Stories.  Recommended for age 6-9, this book contains 28 Bible stories from Genesis through Revelation, featuring beautiful, detailed, full-color illustrations in a style similar to "Where's Waldo" books - but this time readers are finding "Mini Mike" - with a Bible story overview, study questions, and Bible readings taken from the NIrV translation.

 

 

 

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Splish is giving all of these books away because he loves to read and hopes that you do too! 

Splish would like to say a very special
 THANK YOU
to all the publishers and authors who so willingly donated books
to help make National Young Readers Week with Splish so much FUN! 

Please take the time to stop by and visit their websites.
Even if you don't win, you are able to purchase all of the books listed above.

Don't forget, Splish's blog is always open and he loves sharing your writings - please e-mail me with your book reviews, book reports, short stories, poems, etc.  We'll post them right here on the blog!