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Wednesday, March 10, 2010

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Find on this page links to resources that aid parents in selecting appropriate reading material for families and to get the most benefit along the way.

Resources for Everyone

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See all books listed by reading levels: 4 to 8, 9 to 12 and young adult.

The controversy over witches, magic, wizards, fantasy and raising children, among some Christian families: Read our angle, in 3 parts.

Avoiding Literary Landmines, an article by Derri Smith with tips for avoiding the worst in literature and, hopefully, selecting the best for your family.

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About the Harry Potter books, written from Christian perspectives:

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Admonitions regarding our responses, both pro and con

The list of all Newbery Medal and Honor winners,1922 to the present.

1000 Good Books List - Classical Christian Homeschooling

Christian Classics Online - on-line text and a few audio books by C.S. Lewis, Jonathan Edwards, G.K. Chesterton, and many others.

Sites About Authors

Note: We have not checked every word and ad on the following author sites. Proceed relying upon your own discretion.

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Add Your Take
Add your take on a book you've read by adding comments and ratings at the bottom of each book page.

Reviews Listed by Rating
See what books rate high (or low), based on our take. Books are listed by rating groups on a special page.

Hazardous Reading List
Schools and teachers love them. Librarians recommend them. People with anti-family agendas write them. Don't be fooled.

Our Family Favorites
We keep the local library very busy. Here are our favorites.

What Derri Is Reading
Parent looking for something to read? Here is what Derri is reading (no reviews offered).

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