Message of the Mountain Second Edition

Maple Tree Trilogy #3

by Matilda Nordtvedt, Frank Hicks (Illustrator)

Message of the Mountain is the rhird book in the Secret in the Maple Tree series. This is part of 5-6th grade A Beka Reading Program. A Beka #60402.

Genres: Historical Fiction, Historical, Childrens, Christian, School, Middle Grade, Christian Fiction

139 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1995

About the author

Matilda Nordtvedt was an American author born in Washington state in 1926. She also lived for a time during her childhood in Canada.
After her marriage, Matilda also lived in Japan. She was an accomplished pianist, spoke fluent Japanese and was known for her writing and public speaking. Children were enthralled with her storytelling. She published 30 books and over 1,800 articles in various publications. She also read countless books to her sons instilling a love for reading also passing that passion on to her grandchildren. Throughout her ministry, innumerable children, students, foreign students and parishioners enjoyed her gracious hospitality, enjoying her gifts of cooking and baking. She welcomed all who dropped in.

Reviews

[Hannah · Rating 4 out of 5]

**3.5 Stars rounded up

I think this is an okay ending for the Maple Tree Series. I still say nothing can top the first book.

I do like that this one broke off of Hilda’s point of view and went to John. It think it’s valid and important. Because Hilda was a young girl with strong faith in God. John had a different experience and even wondered if he truly believed in God.

I do think that this is important to have since it shows how the two step-siblings had a different faith and battles with their faith. I think it’s important for young readers to witness this through the novels because the road of faithfulness is different for everyone.

[Kristina Alley · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this book so I knew what our students had to read for their book report. Great story for 5th graders to help them understand the importance of following God and honoring their parents.

[Habiy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful book on plan of salvation, temptation middle schoolers face, struggle between doing what you want to do and should do; my 6th graders LOVED it

[Carolyn Page · Rating 3 out of 5]

A good piece of short Christian fiction for young readers, including first rebellious behaviour (theft, smoking) and evolution being taught in the school.

[Steven Jerris · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very good book that taught you a lot of life lessons!

[Star · Rating 5 out of 5]

I thought it was going to be boring, but it was really interesting

[Sylvia · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was another must read however it had a great message of confusion and a final realization of transforming a young life.