It is fitting to begin the year with the inspiring story of a teen girl, crowned against her wish, who was true to her faith until death. Little Lady Jane Grey, born into the upper nobility of England in 1537 and raised as a princess, was a brilliant young scholar who learned many languages. She […]
Reviews
Review: Switch On Your Brain by Caroline Leaf
As a physicist, the first chapter I turned to in this book was “Thinking, God, and the Quantum Physics Brain”. It was astoundingly bad, full of inaccuracies, misunderstandings, and downright errors, and a perfect example of why scientists had better be humble when discussing a field that is not their own. Neuropsychology is not my […]
Review: The Story of Canada by Janet Lunn and Christopher Moore
Although relatively short and peaceful, Canada’s history is both fascinating and significant. Our family owns all kinds of Canadian history books, but for a readable overview that appeals to all ages we prefer The Story of Canada by Janet Lunn and Christopher Moore. This large, colorful book is full of detailed illustrations and interesting stories […]
Review: Hot Buttons: Bullying Edition by Nicole O’ Dell
Some issues are so sensitive, controversial, confusing, and potentially life-changing that youth culture expert Nicole O’Dell calls them Hot Button topics. She has written a series of Hot Buttons books that I desperately wish I’d had years ago. A few days ago I reviewed Hot Buttons: Image and today I’m privileged to tell you about […]