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Carry On, Mr. Bowditch by Jean Latham |
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Nathaniel Bowditch's dream of attending Harvard ended when his father apprenticed him to a chandlery after his mother died. Was Nathaniel destined to be a bookkeeper all his life, or could he find a way to better use his skills in mathematics? |
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Book Summary |
Study Highlights |
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| Reading Level: | 6th - 11th | Spelling/Vocabulary: | Medium |
| Category: | Historical Fiction | Comprehension: | Medium |
| Setting: | America, 1775-1850 | Critical Thinking: | Medium |
| Theme: | Long-suffering, | Biblical Focus: | Trusting the Lord, |
| love of learning | wisdom | ||
| Paperback Novel: | 251 pages | Study Guide: | 7 units |
Related Studies: Astronomy, navigation, Latin, sailing, surveying, business ventures
Barbara's Note: The world was against Nathaniel, but he wouldn't be kept down. When life dealt a blow, he picked up the pieces and kept on keeping on. Nathaniel Bowditch was a real historical figure and his writings can still be found. His story is inspirational, motivating us to give of our best. (Grades 6, 7, 8)
