Author Jean Boonstra takes children back in time to the days of William Miller between 1842 and 1844 and introduces them to Sarah Barnes, a plucky eight year old who lives on a New Hampshire farm with Ma and Pa, little sister Katie, and baby Emily. Even as Sarah's family accepts the message of Jesus soon return, Sarah must keep up withe her daily chores and schoolwork and deal with the good and bad of being an "Adventitst Girl."
Each book in this four book historical series will entertain and educate children about the Adventist heritage and hope. Titles are 1. A Song for Grandfather; 2. Miss Button and the Schoolboard; 3. A Secret in the Family; 4. Sarah's Disappointment.
Book Specs
Paper Back
Publisher: PPPA
Printed: 2002
Pages: 95
Table of Contents
Book 1— A Song For Grandfather
Mr. Barne's Surprise
Mr. Miller
Wishing Day
Grandfather's Music
Camp Meeting Fun
A Sad Goodbye
Book 2 — Miss Button and the School Board
Back to School
The Visitor
The Bishop
The Weekend Adventure
The Final Decision
Book 3 — A Secret in the Family
The Barnes Secret
The Explosion
The Thunderstorm
The Last Day of School
Summertime Fun
A New Baby
Book 4 — Sarah's Disappointment
A New Dress
Camp Meeting in Exeter
Miss Button's Announcement
A Day in Portsmouth
October 22, 1844
A Christmas of Hope
