Tree Street Kids, book 3
If getting tackled is the best way to make new friends, that’s okay with Jack Finch. After all, starting fifth grade at a new school is even rougher than pee wee football. But how can he join the Lions and help Ellison build the Most Epic Bookmobile Bike Ever? Jack devises the perfect game plan–until he fumbles it with the most epic fail ever and a game day disaster.
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“The Tree Street Kids is a fantastic family read-aloud series and also perfect for your curious elementary-aged child to read alone.”
Danielle Evans, 22-year veteran homeschool Mom, writer at The Curriculum Choice
- Find out more about book 1, Jack vs. the Tornado
- Find out more about book 2, The Hunt for Fang
- Book 3, Lions to the Rescue!
- Find out more about book 4, Mystery in Crooked Creek Woods
- Find out more about book 5, The Beastie of Brambly Bald
- Find out more about book 6, Jack and the Red Giant
What inspired me to write Lions to the Rescue? First, my own love of books, bookmobiles around the world, and this photo in the office of Moody Publishers. In the 1890s, the goal of D. L. Moody was to sell Christian books at prices that were affordable for everyone, even the poor and imprisoned. The books were sold by booksellers (called “colporters”) riding on horseback or traveling around Chicago and other parts of the country in horse-drawn wagons.
Awards
REVIEWS & INTERVIEWS
“In this volume, school is back in session. While Roger and Ruthie attend the local public school, Jack and Midge are enrolled at Ellison’s Christian school. Jack wants to play football. Ellison wants to join Library Club. Eventually, they do both—and what unfolds is a thoughtful, funny, and deeply sincere story of what it means to belong.” –Sara Masarik, The Plumfield Moms | Full Review
“As a 21st Century Packhorse Librarian, I was especially delighted to discover a section in this book highlighting the legacy of the original Packhorse Librarians. This piece of history is near and dear to my heart, and seeing it included in a story for young readers was a true joy. Even more meaningful, Amanda Cleary Eastep isn’t just the author of this wonderful series—she is an official 21st Century Packhorse Librarian herself.” –Kirsten Crawford Turner, 21st Century Packhorse Librarians | Full Review
Kurt and Kate Mornings (Moody Radio interview)–Oh, how I love a fun morning radio show with folks who appreciate kids’ books. Listen here!
FAQs
What are the themes in Lions to the Rescue? Forgiveness between friends, a love of reading, sportsmanship (pee wee football), prejudice
What ages are these books for? 8-12
What are some of the science, literature, or history fun facts in this book? Authors and librarians of the past, including those of other ethnicities and the book women of the Great Depression
In this book, Ellison and Roger join forces in Bookish History facts!
Do all the books have illustrations? Each book has illustrations created by the incredibly talented Aedan Peterson.
Do you have to read the Tree Street Kids series in order? Each story stands alone, but reading them in order is best. Readers will see the friendships grow as the stories progress from June of 1995 through December.
Are these Christian books? What does that mean? I’m a Christian and write from that perspective. Some of the characters come from that faith tradition, while others don’t. All the stories are told through the point of view of 10-year-old Jack Finch. He processes life as any kid would, thinking about what he believes and how it matters to his small world.
Product Details
- Publisher : Moody Publishers
- Publication date : July 5, 2022
- Edition : First Edition
- Language : English
- Print length : 192 pages
- ISBN-10 : 0802421040
- ISBN-13 : 978-0802421043
- Item Weight : 6.4 ounces
- Reading age : 8 – 12 years
- Dimensions : 5 x 0.48 x 7 inches
- Book 3 of 5 : Tree Street Kids
- Grade level : 3 – 7
Amanda Cleary Eastep 