Presents a day in the life of a child living in Johannesburg, discussing the social life, customs, religion, history, and language of South Africa.
A Child’s Day: In a South African City
History
Egypt
This series offers an inside look into Egypt. Get a glimpse inside the chambers of King Tut’s tomb, examine each layer of mummification, and see the inner workings of pyramid-building. Egypt covers every facet of ancient Egyptian civilization.
The Silver Donkey
In France during World War I, four French children learn about honesty, loyalty, and courage from an English army deserter who tells them a series of stories related to his small, silver donkey charm.
First published in Australia.
Set In Stone
The alternating narratives of art tutor Samuel Godwin and governess Charlotte Agnew, who work for the wealthy Farrow family in 1898 England, reveal the secrets that almost everyone in the household is hiding.
Green Jasper
Having returned to a politically unstable England after the Crusades, brothers Will and Gavin–with the help of the red horse Hosanna–attempt to rescue their friend Ellie who is being held prisoner by an enemy of King Richard I.
Orphan Of The Sun
Meryt-Re, a 13-year-old orphan living in Set-Maat, Egypt, during the building of the pharaohs’ tombs, tries to come to terms with her ability to see the truth in dreams while also attempting to determine who is trying to overthrow the village foreman.
The Arab-Israeli Conflict
Outlines the history, origins and different perspectives of the Arab-Israeli conflict.
Alphabet Of Dreams
Fourteen-year-old Mitra, of royal Persian lineage, and her 5-year-old brother, Babak, whose dreams foretell the future, flee for their lives in the company of the magus Melchoir and two other Zoroastrian priests, traveling through Persia as they follow star signs leading to a newly-born king in Bethlehem.
The Remarkable Life and Times Of Eliza Rose
Thrown out of her home by her stepmother in 1670, 15-year-old Eliza Rose becomes a companion to Nell Gwyn, a mistress of Charles II, and learns a surprising truth about her parentage.
I Am The Great Horse
The war horse Bucephalas recounts his adventures from 344-323 B.C. with Alexander the Great and his relationship with a groom who has prophetic dreams.