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and timelines throughout and thought-provoking study questions at the end of each chapter

Martin obtained permission to join the Sea Beggars (the famed Dutch ragtag fleet manned by men on the run from the Spanish occupation) and now is part of a very bold plan to drive the occupiers from a coastal town and polder… Martin’s home

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followed by Marie and Guillaume

Hans Brinker or The Silver Skates Gerald F. DeJong and insight that have madeWritten by Mary Mapes Dodge, Edited by Kathryn Lindskoog This is the story of a poor brother and sister in long ago Holland. Here Hans and his sister Gretel experience championship skating, hunger and family hardship, and countless adventures. Through trials and moments of great joy, Hans and Gretel show how faith in Christ and loving sacrifice can heal families more than any amount of riches. Kathryn Lindskoog updated the language and edited the book