Books Guys Love
In “Books Guys Love,” Episode, #158, Meredith Curtis, mother of a son who loves to read now, but didn’t always in those early years, had to search out books for her son to read. She found a treasure trove in authors like Howard Pyle, Paul Hutchens, RM Ballantyne, GA Henty, Sir Walter Scott, and Scott O’Dell. Meredith will share 21 authors that boys will enjoy reading throughout the homeschool years.
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Show Notes
As much as times change, the things that beat in the hearts of little boys and young men stays the same. Let me introduce you to some timeless classics that still captivate the hearts of guys of all ages who still love thrilling adventures and fearless heroes.
What Kind of Books Should You Give Your Children?
Living Books
Classic Books (doesn’t matter age—classics are timeless)
Wholesome Books
Books with Good Role Models
Meet the Authors and Find Out Why Guys Love Their Books
George Sheldon
Felix Sutton
Scott O’Dell
Hugh Lofting
Albert Payson Terhune
William O. Steele
Jim Kjelgaard
Howard Pyle
Paul Hutchens (Sugar Creek Gang series)
Walt Morey
Quentin Reynolds
RM Ballantyne
GA Henty
H Rider Haggard
Robert Louis Stevenson
Sir Walter Scott
Rudyard Kipling
Mark Twain
James Fenimore Cooper
Jules Verne
HG Wells
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