Since my children were born, the undying tradition in our home is to read to them before bed. One hour before bedtime is devoted to reading. If we miss a night, it is like the world coming to an end to my sweet kids. We have read hundreds of books and it is my joy to share some of those with you. If you have never read Elsie Dinsmore to your daughter, I would highly recommend it simply for the godly character the young girl of the story exhibits. I have never seen it on any of Charlotte Mason's recommended reading, but I don't let that stop me from reading books to my children that would encourage godly character in them. Set before the Civil War, little Elsie longs to have the love of a father in her life as her mother died when she was young. Her father left her in the care of her grandparents and showed no love to her until one day, he re appeared, a stern and unloving shadow. Elsie displayed unwavering love for him and a steady love for the Lord through every trial of her young life. It is a book worth investing into your daughters.
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