Lamplighter or other character – centered books

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  • May 6, 2011 at 5:18 am
    my3boys
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    I have 2 boys (12 and almost 9) that I think would enjoy the Lamplighter books, but I’m unsure after looking at their site which ones to choose from. I found a link titled Character Themes or something like that.  Could someone who has read these books (or have had your dc read them) please direct me to a few really good ones.  My oldest is hardworking, but could use a little more compassion toward his brothers…my middle boy loves Jesus, but is a bit dependent on us or doesn’t want to try challenging tasks for fear of failure. 

    I would like for them to read them alone and let them mull over the characters on their own. 

    I think there have been other recommendations for books like these so I’m open for any suggestions.  TIA

    May 6, 2011 at 9:29 pm
    missceegee
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    Every Lamplighter I’ve ever read has been terrific. Some that you might really like are

    • The Giant Killer

    • Sir Malcolm and the Missing Prince

    • The White Gypsy

    • Charlie’s Choice

    • The Captive

    That should get you started.

    ~ Christie

     

    May 6, 2011 at 11:02 pm
    my3boys
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    Thank you so much.  I knew I could count on someone having a “favorite” list:)

    Can’t wait to get some.

    May 6, 2011 at 11:05 pm
    Misty
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    my3 – your 2 boys sound just like mine in character.  Thanks for asking this question.  Any good suggestions on where to purchase these books?

    May 6, 2011 at 11:17 pm
    my3boys
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    @Misty, I know they have a website….Lamplighter something…I’ll check for it, but maybe I can find some used ones somewhere.  I’m kind of cheap, but sometimes these type of books are harder to find used.  We may start off with 2 or so and see where it leads us. 

    I’m excited!  I think they are really going to like them.  If you find some cheap somewhere, let me know:)

     

    May 7, 2011 at 12:15 am
    Bookworm
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    Also, try searching here on the Forum.  I KNOW we’ve discussed favorite Lamplighters here many times before.

    May 7, 2011 at 12:51 am
    missceegee
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    You can buy them from Lamplighter Publishing directly. They offer great deals at times and while the books are not cheap, they are the most well made books I own.

     

    May 7, 2011 at 1:05 am
    my3boys
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    Thanks Christie and Michelle. I’ll start looking:)

    May 7, 2011 at 2:39 am
    my3boys
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    @Misty, here’s the discussion about the Lamplighter series.  This helped me make some choices as well as the suggestions from this thread http://simplycharlottemason.com/scmforum/topic/lamplighter-books#post-2580

    If you have a Kindle they have Teddy’s Buttons on Amazon for free:)

    May 7, 2011 at 10:16 pm
    knechtslodge
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    We have just started reading some titles from Lamplighter. It started when I read a blog that told how wonderful the audio books were. I ordered two and have already listended to Sir Malcolm. This weekend was our state homeschool convention and Lamplighter had a booth. I knew I wanted to purchase some titles but because of their high cost could only purchase two. It was very hard choosing. We choose Helen’s Temper for a character trait book and A Peep Behind the Scenes. The staff at the booth were most friendly and helpful. They said if you could only choose one book to read it should be A Peep Behind the Scenes. We also purchased our next audio book, The Captive.

    Blessings

    Diane

    May 8, 2011 at 12:17 pm
    RobinP
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    I can’t recommend the audio dramas highly enough!  They are FABULOUS!  All my library patrons love them as well.  One boy in my library was so sad when he had to return Charlie’s Choice, he said “It’s like losing your dog!”  Laughing  His mom ended up buying that one for his birthday.

    May 8, 2011 at 3:04 pm
    my3boys
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    Wonderful! 

    I did find The Peeps Behind the Scene in Kindle format for free, so I grabbed that, yeah!  But, my kids love audio books so I will be getting one soon.  Our library is a large one, but low on audio books that we haven’t already listened to.

    This is going to be great.

    May 9, 2011 at 2:28 am
    missingtheshire
    Member

    We have a lovely collection of Lamplighter books and they are the only ones that I can always recommend without hestitation to people, they can be pricey, but to us are worth every penny.  Like Christie said the company often offers really good deals, and we waited for a few of those and then purchased.  Nice quality books as well.  Linda

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