Books

Today’s post (February 13) made me think of all the climate books I’ve read. It’s hard to choose just one or two, but I’ll try.

Here are some books I can highly recommend. Well, some maybe not so highly for one reason or another, but I’ll try to throw up a flag when there is something I think you should know.

Original Intent: The Courts, the Constitution, & Religion (5th Edition) by David Barton is a book that you really should read. You’ll find out about laws (I’ll venture a guess) you didn’t even know we had. A problem may be that the edition I have, which has a different cover, has very small print. It may not be like that in the edition shown here. If small print is a problem, you might want to consider the ebook. Nonfiction.

 

Setting the Record Straight: American History in Black & White by David Barton. Yes, again by David Barton. I believe he is knowledgeable and thorough, but there are others who disagree. I think you’ll learn a lot from this book that will make you wonder where some of what you’ve been taught or found on your own came from. Nonfiction.

 

The American Civil War: 365 Days by Margaret E. Wagner has over 500 images taken from the Library of Congress.  The School Library Journal calls it “a best buy.” Amazon recommends it for ages 13+, but I think younger kids will also find it interesting. Nonfiction.

 

Old Abe: A Novel by John Cribb just came out in September 2020 and has rave reviews. While John Cribb is a well-published author, this is his first novel. Based on the high praise he has received for it, I’m sure many hope it will not be his last. Fiction.

 

So much for history. My last blog post in January recommended a book for our younger picture book lovers: Jellies: The Life of Jellyfish by Twig George. From Page 1 I guarantee you and your favorite kid will have a smile on your face, and maybe a look of astonishment. Fun, but true, stuff. Nonfiction.