Words by Heart
by Ouida Sebestyen
Lena struggles with her father's refusal to seek vengeance and gains the inner strength that comes from a forgiving nature.
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Words by Heart by Ouida Sebestyen |
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Lena struggles with her father's refusal to seek vengeance and gains the inner strength that comes from a forgiving nature. |
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Book Summary |
Study Highlights |
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| Reading Level: | 5th - 8th | Spelling/Vocabulary: | Medium |
| Category: | Historical Fiction | Comprehension: | Medium |
| Setting: | Bethel Springs, early 1900s | Critical Thinking: | Difficult |
| Theme: | Love, forgiveness, mercy | Biblical Focus: | Forgiveness, mercy |
| Paperback Novel: | 162 pages | Study Guide: | 6 units |
Related Studies: Civil rights, American history, farming
Barbara's Note: This is one of my personal favorites. I love the author's writing style and the story's theme is timeless. But it is for more mature students--there are some heavy issues dealt with here. (Grades 7, 8)
