The Great Majestic Fortress

The Great Majestic Fortress presents important pieces of American history to young readers through short stories and beautiful illustrations. It helps them understand that the freedom they enjoy in the United States is a gift, calling to their attention the gift and the Giver. You and your children will love and enjoy this compelling little book. Tina Ragsdale, M. Ed., says "This is a great tool to use in the classroom to teach children the importance of our veterans and their sacrifices, as well as the importance of looking to God for guidance. My 3rd graders loved it and I will read this book every year to my students on Veterans Day. The comments, questions and shared thoughts of my young students simply amazed me." Note from the Author: I once stood at the base of a great, majestic oak tree wondering what tales it would tell if it could speak. I imagined Native Americans camping near the tree when it was barely more than an acorn and battle weary soldiers resting beneath its branches when it was a young but tall tree. I saw God watching, guiding and protecting the oak and all who chose to rest long enough to listen to the rustling leaves, hearing with their hearts His still, small voice. Now, I see children playing freely underneath the branches of the massive fortress enjoying their precious gift of freedom and safety. The Great Majestic Fortress is a collection of those imaginary yet realistic stories. The book opens young hearts to the possibility that this land was a precious gift, not to be taken for granted.