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Historical
Fiction for
Young Readers
Books by Joan Stromberg, Exciting! Based on facts of the early
American saint and saints-in-the-making. Each book includes a unit
study guide for those who wish to use the book as a learning tool. |
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Willy Finds Victory
A Blessed Francis Seelos Story |
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By Joan Stromberg |
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Twelve-year-old Willy is determined to find his sister’s husband Bill and
take his place in the Union Army before it’s too late. He travels on foot
from Michigan to Maryland with his faithful pet raccoon, Whiskers, in tow.
When, after hair-raising adventures, the determined Willy arrives at his
destination, he finds a Catholic priest, cheerful Father Seelos, instead.
Can Father Seelos help Willy succeed in his mission? Civil War unit study
included. illustrated. Ages 7-12. |
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(Item 3093 - 110pp Softcover) |
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Price $7.95ea |
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The Iron Spy
An American Saints in Progress Story |
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By Joan Stromberg |
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It’s 1875 and in the dark mines of Pennsylvania’s hills where coal is
king, the Molly Maguires rule with terrorism. Could they finally have come
to the sleepy iron ore town of Danville? After an explosion at the biggest
iron mill in town, twelve-year-old Mary Mulhearn tries to clear her father
of suspected Molly Maguire connections. Daughter of Irish immigrants, Mary
must use all her faith, her wits and even her quick feet to stay one step
ahead of the company spy. But who could he really be? Engaging mystery!
illustrated. Ages 10 and up. |
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(Item 3079- 168pp Softcover) |
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Price $7.95ea |
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The Orphans Find a Home:
St. Francis Xavier Cabrini Story |
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Ages 7 - 12. |
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(Item 3073) |
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Price $7.95ea |
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Kat Finds a Friend:
A St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Story |
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Ages 7 - 12. |
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(Item 3075) |
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Price $7.95ea |
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Thomas Finds a Treasure:
A St. John Neumann Story |
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Ages 7 - 12. |
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(Item 3074) |
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Price $7.95ea |
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Jose' Finds the King:
A Blessed Miguel Pro Story |
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Ages 7 - 12. |
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(Item 3076) |
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Price $7.95ea |
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