Classics


A “Must Have” for Every Child’s Personal Library

Jennifer Minicus | 29 April 2013
An absolutely charming collection of stories from the woman who wrote the lyrics to "Morning Has Broken."

The Adventures of Richard Hannay

Tim Golden | 16 April 2013
A quintessential spy story.

The Swallows and the Amazons Series

Tim Golden | 07 March 2013
Three families of children enjoy themselves outdoors.

Spindle’s End

Tim Golden | 20 December 2012
A modern retelling of an old fairy tale for young adults.

Rascal

Jennifer Minicus | 16 October 2012
An amusing yet touching memoir of life in Wisconsin during WWI.

Book Reviews

The Secret Garden

Tim Golden | 04 September 2012
A timeless classic

The Door in the Wall

Jennifer Minicus | 24 May 2012
This classic Newbery winner teaches some important lessons.

Cosmic Trilogy

Tim Golden | 19 May 2012
The first book in a science fiction trilogy from a beloved children's author.

Moonfleet

Tim Golden | 30 March 2012
A tale in the mould of Stevenson or Scott.

Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of Nimh

Tim Golden | 27 February 2012
A gentle story highlighting the love of a mother for her children.

Big Red

Jennifer Minicus | 17 February 2012
A classic story about a boy and his dog.

The Adventures of the Borrowers

Tim Golden | 22 December 2011
Have you ever wondered what happens to the odds and ends you lose around the house?

Lorna Doone

Tim Golden | 07 December 2011
A classic romance story.

Get Into the Classics Series

Jennifer Minicus | 10 August 2011
Here is another time travel series.

The Father Brown Reader

Jennifer Minicus | 06 July 2011
This adaptation of Chesterton's classic will appeal to even the most reluctant of readers.

The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane

Jennifer Minicus | 01 July 2011
Edward the rabbit travels far and wide to find his heart in this modern classic.

Understood Betsy

Jennifer Minicus | 23 June 2011
This classic story about growing-up demonstrates that human nature has not changed much in the last century.

Three Tales of My Father’s Dragon

Jennifer Minicus | 09 June 2011
I never knew that dragons ate tangerine skins.

What Katy Did Series

Tim Golden | 18 May 2011
Katy is a twelve year old who has an accident through her own disobedience.

The Silver Branch

Tim Golden | 09 May 2011
Rome's control over Britain is swaying in this sequel to "The Eagle".

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