Mindy Withrow

This excellent church history book for ages 9-14 is a gem! It discusses the most important church fathers, including the Great Cappadocians, Polycarp, Cyprian, and quite a few others, from Paul to Benedict. It's very readable, but I wish the authors would note that the dialogue is mostly invented and some suggested resources if kids want to keep reading about the early church. There is a bibliography at the back, though.
I recommend this book highly to everyone who is interested in how the show more church developed in its first 500 years. show less

Wow - what an EXCELLENT book. Chronicles is a great title - short stories profiling many of the early Christians. Also provides explanations of terms and traditions which is interesting. Can't believe that I waited two years to read this to my homeschool Jr & Sr High kids for our Ancient History studies. Treat yourself to this page-turner. It is historical fiction, based on many original sources.

A concise and readable accounting of the Reformation period of Christian church history written for middle grades children.

Concise exposure of the people and problems of the Reformation. Predominately English, but the world view is also examined.