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Hero Tales, vol. 3

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This book is an excellent resource on the following Christian Heroes, most who are/were missionaries:

Mary McLeod Bethune
William Bradford
Brother Andrew
George Washington Carver
Jonathan & Rosalind Goforth
Billy Graham
Betty Greene
Clarence Jones
Gordon McLean
Lottie Moon
Luis Palau
St. Patrick
Rochunga Pudaite
Mother Teresa
Charles Tindley

The book's format covers a 2 page biography on the hero, then follows up with separate chapters on character qualities specific to the individual (i.e. George Washington Carver's biography is followed by chapters on perseverance, resourcefulness, and service). An added bonus is that there is a list of all the character qualities in the back of the book. So if you're looking for examples of a specific character quality the list is a wonderful resource.

I found this book very interesting, especially since I have never heard of the majority of these people. The age level for those who would be interested would probably be 3rd grade and higher. There are no pictures, other than drawings of the person at the beginning of the biography, so it could be quite boring for preschoolers and early elementary grades.

my 4th grade class and my own children love these books. well worth the investment to add to your library!

As a child, I was inspired by a similar collection of true stories of Christian heroes for young people called The Adventurers. Not being one for fiction, I devoured biographies of people who attempted and achieved great things for God. Needless to say, I was thrilled to discover for my own children a brand new series of stories (in four volumes) like the ones that inspired me so many years ago. Every evening after supper we sit down as a family and read one of the stories. The questions and Bible verses after each chapter (three chapters per hero) make an effective and meaningful family devotional time. Our oldest who is 10 years old cannot wait to hear the next story!

book series. It is excellent for parents to read to their children during devotion times. It is excellent to use as a short biography for homeschooling.

Book was bought for a group of women who have been reading the YadaYada books by the same author.
Excellent book for all ages.