Quakers a special issue of Cobblestone magazine edited by Elizabeth Cazden and Jonah Roll, et al.
Cobblestone, a history magazine for young people, put together a detailed overview of Friends history, biography, and social concerns. Middle elementary level, but useful for younger kids with adult explanation.
Cobblestone, 1995, 48 pp., paperback $4.95
What Makes Me a Quaker? by Adam Woog
This book is a straightforward, carefully researched, and invitingly illustrated introduction to Quakerism for ages 8–13. Topics include the beginnings of Quakerism, what Quakers believe, how Friends practice their faith, and what the future of Quakerism might be. Information about the branches of Friends is included.
Thomson Gale, 2005, 48 pp., cloth $27.00
Obadiah the Bold by Brinton Turkle
Obadiah Starbuck and his Quaker family live in Nantucket in the early 1800s. In this story, Obadiah learns an important lesson about the nature of courage. Ages 4–8.
Beautiful Feet Books, republished 2004, 37 pp., paperback $7.95
Rachel and Obadiah by Brinton Turkle
Obadiah and his sister Rachel try to prove they can be trusted with a very important task. Tender lessons on humility, perseverance, and true sportsmanship are gently integrated into this innocent story. Ages 4–8.
Beautiful Feet Books, republished 2004, 37 pp., paperback $7.95
Thy Friend, Obadiah by Brinton Turkle
The story of a New England Quaker boy’s encounter with a seagull. Ages 4–8. Penguin, 1969, 38 pp., paperback $6.99
Thee, Hannah! by Marguerite Deangeli
A Quaker children’s classic first published in 1940, this beautifully illustrated book tells the story of Hannah, a young girl before the Civil War who wants to wear pretty dresses instead of her plain Quaker one. She comes to appreciate her heritage when her family saves the life of a runaway slave. Ages 7–12.
Herald Press, 2000, 99 pp., paperback $17.99
We’re Going to Meeting for Worship by Abby Hadley, illustrated by Diane Edwards-Lavoy
An old favorite now with inclusive pictures in black and white. This booklet is for young children and new readers. Helps children understand meeting for worship.
QuakerPress of FGC, 2006, 32 pp., paperback $10.00 65 QUAKERBOOKS AUTUMN 2011
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